Cosmetology students work on hair and styling tools at salon stations in a busy classroom.

Kannapolis, North Carolina

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College — College Station

489 N. Cannon Boulevard, Kannapolis, NC 28081
Visit website 704-216-7222
Program price
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Program length
Four semesters: fall, spring, summer and the following fall.
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About the program

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College offers cosmetology training at College Station in Kannapolis, with hands-on practice in a supervised student salon. Coursework covers hair, skin and nail care, chemical services, professional practices and product knowledge.

The Cosmetology Diploma (D55140) combines cosmetology courses with English and social-science coursework. The 2026–2027 diploma plan includes 47 academic credits across four semesters, including summer. Separate certificate and associate-degree routes have different academic requirements.

What you get

The diploma route awards the Cosmetology Diploma (D55140). The 2026–2027 plan requires the listed courses, and COS courses require at least a C (70) to receive credit.

The program prepares graduates for the North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts examination. Completing the college award and passing the licensing examination are separate steps.

Schedules & start dates

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Cost & financial aid

Program price

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Tuition is $76 per academic credit for North Carolina residents and $268 for non-residents, with tuition capped at 16 credits per semester. Term fees, lab charges and professional liability insurance add to tuition.

Cosmetology also requires a Pivot Point textbook, toolkit and mannequins, with additional supplies and kit purchases in later semesters. Kits are non-refundable once opened. These charges are not a complete diploma price.

Federal financial aid

Eligibility not confirmed

Complete the FAFSA each year using school code 005754. Grants and Foundation scholarships have eligibility and verification requirements; an application does not guarantee an award. Federal aid eligibility for this specific diploma has not been confirmed.

Rowan-Cabarrus does not offer federal student loans or Parent PLUS loans. The e-Cashier payment plan lets you arrange payments through your checking account, debit card or credit card.

e-Cashier Payment Plan

Arrange scheduled drafts from a checking account, debit card or credit card through Self-Service.

Foundation Scholarships

Students may be eligible after completing the FAFSA and requested verification documents; individual selection rules apply.

How to enroll

Entry requirements

Admission is competitive, with limited seats. You must complete both the college-admission and program-selection requirements to be considered. Meeting all requirements does not guarantee a place.

The college has a separate Career & College Promise admission pathway for high-school students.

Application steps

  1. Complete the college’s curriculum-student admission process. The college application is free.
  2. Complete the additional program-selection requirements for cosmetology.
  3. Wait for communication from the Cosmetology Department. Students cannot self-register for courses with the COS prefix.
  4. Once registered, review your tuition, book and supply charges and arrange payment or a payment plan.
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School approval & accreditation

North Carolina Board school listing
Status:
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Accreditation
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