Capri College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa offers five accredited beauty school programs, continuing education courses, and a student salon and spa in our 20,000-square-foot educational facility. Established in 1977, our beauty school is part of a larger family-owned business with four campuses in Eastern Iowa. We are proud of our clean, modern facilities and innovative technology. Our licensed instructors are an integral part of the Capri family. If you go to school here, expect a personalized beauty education with plenty of teacher-student interaction. We emphasize hands-on training in each of our programs. All students learn how to provide real services to real clients under the direct supervision of our licensed instructors. At Capri College, excellence in education is our driving force.
Enjoy a School Environment that Encourages Personal Growth and Creativity
The Cedar Rapids facility includes a 9,000-square-foot service area. This is a bi-level clinical area for massage, hair, and other beauty treatments. There are also two separate and private spa service areas, one for hand and foot nail care and the other for esthetics and skincare. The second level of our facility consists of a lofted area with five classrooms. Below the loft area are an additional practical classroom and individual treatment rooms for massage therapy and esthetics. Our school is equipped with solar panels to generate environmentally-friendly energy, and we have a large private parking lot for students, staff, and clinic customers.
Students at our beauty school enjoy hands-on training that prepares them for a future career in the beauty industry. Our accredited programs are designed to meet industry demands, and we prepare students to sit for the State Exam, so they can become licensed professionals. While preparing our students for the real world is an important aspect of our school, we are very committed to providing a nurturing, family-like environment that encourages personal growth. We want our students to love what they do while they are at Capri College, so they can go on to do what they love after graduation.
Text Admissions: 319-775-0364
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Phone: 1-319-364-1541
A 1,550-hour comprehensive program for students who want to learn about hair, skincare, makeup, nails, and more.
A 600-hour program focusing on helping others through a variety of skincare services.
A 600-hour program teaching various massages and how they help people relax and heal.
A 1,000-hour program for licensed cosmetologists who want to advance their career as a beauty educator.
Whether you want to hike on recreational trails, watch a game of soccer, play golf, or go skating at the ice arena, you can find plenty of things to do in the Cedar Rapids area. Our downtown has a YMCA, municipal swimming pools, and a minor league baseball stadium. With four unique seasons, there’s always something new to try throughout the year.
Capri in Waterloo is absolutely amazing.I went to school there and they did amazing job I learned so much. I graduated and I still get my hair done there because there prices and the teachers and students do such amazing job every time.
I graduated from Capri almost 2 years from the cosmetology program and Capri definitely set me up for success with all the knowledge my instructors had and passed down to me! If you are interested in going to cosmetology school I highly recommend Capri College in Waterloo
I attended Capri last year and graduated through the cosmetology program and my college experience was great! All the instructors there are very kind and helpful while still letting you have full range of your creativity! S.O to my instructor Surp for pushing me to finish my hours!
Choosing Capri College was one of the best decisions I've ever made. From day one, I felt supported and encouraged to grow-not just as a stylist, but as a person. The instructors pushed me to believe in myself, refine my skills, and step outside of my comfort zone. I graduated feeling confident, prepared, and excited to start my career. Capri will always hold a special place in my heart.
Capri College has given me confidence in my ability that I will own forever. My favorite part of the program was the hands-on learning. The fast-paced nature of the program was challenging, but it has prepared me for my career as a Massage Therapist.
Students receive a kit of equipment that is their own to keep. The kits include a wide variety of professional salon and spa products and tools that correspond to the program they are enrolled in. Capri College is not affiliated with (or limited by) any specific product line, so students can work with a variety of salon-quality products.
Yes, students in all our programs spend many hours working in the student salon and spa area. They provide services to real clients under the direct supervision of licensed instructors. We believe beauty school students gain confidence through hands-on training.
Here is a document containing the names of current faculty and staff at Capri College in Cedar Rapids.
Don’t let finances stop you from achieving your educational dreams! Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Begin by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). You may also want to check out various scholarships that apply to beauty school students. Call us at 1-800-728-7222 to discuss your options with a Financial Aid advisor.
Begin your enrollment journey by contacting us to learn more about the program of your choice. You can schedule a tour of our campus, so you can see the classrooms and student salon and spa areas, meet instructors and current students, and get a feel for our fun and supportive environment. While you are here, we can learn more about your goals and answer your questions.
🎃👻 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬! 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥! 🧡
Capri College Cedar Rapids is hosting a Trunk or Treat, and we’d LOVE to have your local businesses join in on the fun! 🍬
Our goal is to bring our community together for a fun, family-friendly Halloween experience, and there is NO cost to participate! 🧡
Here are a few ways you can get involved:
🚗 Bring a Trunk: Decorate your vehicle and hand out treats!
🪑 Bring a Table: Share goodies, games, giveaways, or information about your business. (Please bring your own table!)
🎁 Make a Donation: Can`t attend? Candy, prizes, gift cards, promotional items, and monetary donations are all welcome!
📅 Wednesday, October 28th
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Capri College Cedar Rapids
2945 Williams Parkway SW, Cedar Rapids
⚠️ SPACES ARE LIMITED! Please register by October 21st to reserve your spot!
👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/4o9fDDw2amkKKjxK6
Questions? Give us a call at 319-364-1541 ext. 203 or email [email protected].
Let’s come together to make this a SPOOKTACULAR night for our community! 🕸️🧡 Feel free to tag a local business you’d love to see there! 👇
Just a little something to *brighten* your feed⭐️✨
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Here’s your sign to book that hair! ✂️
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✂️ Cuts That Give Back 💗
From October 12–16, every haircut at Capri College will help support the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital! 🏥💛
And to make an even bigger impact, Capri College will match the total amount raised!
So come in, freshen up your look, and help us make a difference—one haircut at a time. ✨
📞 Call 319-364-1541 to schedule your appointment or stop in to donate!
Every cut counts. Every donation matters. 💕
💜Fun-Hair-Friday🩷
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A fresh cut can change everything ✂️✨ Clean ends, fresh shape & a whole new vibe. 🤍
Hair by Liliana A
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Fresh blowout, fresh confidence ✨ There’s just something about that bounce, shine & volume. 🤍
Hair by Emmie R
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Before they hit the clinic floor, they’re building their skills! 🧖♀️✨
Our newest esthetics students are getting hands-on practice with facials, learning techniques, perfecting their touch, and gaining confidence every step of the way. 🤍
Facial by Alysha T
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Bright, blended & beautifully blonde ✨🤍 The perfect refresh.
Hair by Lex S
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✂️💛 HAIRCUTS FOR A CAUSE 💛✂️
From October 12–16, we’re turning every haircut into an opportunity to give back!
Throughout the week, ALL proceeds from haircut services will be donated to University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital through Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. 🏥❤️
That means when you come in for a fresh cut, you’re not just treating yourself, you’re helping support children and families receiving care right here in Iowa.
📅 October 12–16
✂️ Book a haircut
💛 100% of haircut proceeds donated
Help us make a difference, one haircut at a time! Share this post, spread the word, and come see us during this special week. 💕
#ChildrensMiracleNetwork #SteadFamilyChildrensHospital #HaircutsForACause #GiveBack #SupportLocal #ForTheKids #CapriCollege
Lived-in, fall blondie 🍂💛
Student work by @styledbyleahk
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Being an esthetician is about so much more than skincare. It’s about building confidence, helping others see their beauty, and reminding them just how amazing they are. 🤍✨
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Fresh shaves, new skills, and exciting things ahead! 💈✂️
Huge thanks to our amazing models for helping our students perfect their straight razor shave techniques. 🪒
Stay tuned — we’ll have even more students offering straight razor shaves soon! 🔥👏
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Our September Massage Therapy Class is off to a great start, and we couldn’t be more excited to watch our students learn, grow, and begin their journey toward making a difference through the power of massage therapy. 💆♀️💆♂️
Here’s to new beginnings, new skills, and an amazing 6 months ahead! ✨
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Just a pop of purple 💜
Student work by @bolingbeauty
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#dowhatyoulove #dowhatyouloveatcapri #capri #capricollege #capricollegedubuque #capridubuque #dubuqueiowa #popofpurple #studentwork #futurecosmetologist
✂️💛 HAIRCUTS FOR A CAUSE 💛✂️
From October 12–16, we’re turning every haircut into an opportunity to give back!
Throughout the week, ALL proceeds from haircut services will be donated to University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital through Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. 🏥❤️
That means when you come in for a fresh cut, you’re not just treating yourself, you’re helping support children and families receiving care right here in Iowa.
📅 October 12–16
✂️ Book a haircut
💛 100% of haircut proceeds donated
Help us make a difference, one haircut at a time! Share this post, spread the word, and come see us during this special week. 💕
#ChildrensMiracleNetwork #SteadFamilyChildrensHospital #HaircutsForACause #GiveBack #SupportLocal #ForTheKids #CapriCollege
Help us welcome our September Massage Therapy class! Follow along as they work towards taking clients! ✨
Ella, we are so proud of you! We wish you all the best at your next stop at KJ & Kompany! You will do amazing and we will miss you so much 🫶🏻
Twenty-five years later, we remember the lives lost, the heroes who ran toward danger, the families forever changed, and a nation that came together in the face of unimaginable tragedy. May we continue to honor their memories, hold their loved ones close in our hearts, and never forget the courage, sacrifice, and unity shown on September 11, 2001. ❤️🤍💙
9.11.2001 — Never Forget.
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