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Izzy
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Great Barrington, Massachusetts
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I want to go to cosmetology school
I want to go to cosmetology school but the beauty schools that I have in mind and that I have researched about are in different states. I was thinking of getting some sort of financial aid but I wasn't sure if there was any way to get financial aid if I am out of my state. Is there a way to get financial aid out of state?
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Michael Torio
Consultant - Data Reporting & Analysis (HQ Finance)
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Alpharetta, Georgia
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Michael’s Answer
Hi Izzy:
Educational Pathway for a career in Cosmetology :
One needs to earn a high school degree or a general educational development (GED) before pursuing Cosmetology school. Cosmetology school is around 12 months at a private beauty school. At these schools, a number of hours are required to complete. According to the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS), the national average of required hours is between 1,400 to 1,600 to depending on the state where the school is located.
An Associates Degree can be earned at a community or technical college. This will take two years to accomplish. In either scenario at a private beauty school or at a community or technical college, there are costs involved for the programs, hands on training, etc. Cosmetology costs can be up to $20,000+ for tuition, books, fees, supplies, etc.
When considering a Cosmetology program, several things need to be researched:
- The Cosmetology program is state approved, especially for licensing.
- Program reviews will need to be considered from alumni and current students.
- Programs are checked for high rates for graduation.
- Career placement after graduation
- Financial assistance for the Cosmetology program
- Hands-On Training and Apprenticeship Programs
- Continuing education opportunities after graduation
Here are a few websites for scholarship information for Cosmetology:
https://myaacs.org/grants-and-scholarships/
https://scholarships360.org/scholarships/cosmetology-scholarships/
https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/academic-major/cosmetology
It'll be best to contact the Registration Office at the Cosmetology school of your choice and inquire about financial aid, scholarships, program requirements, etc.
Hope this information helps and best wishes for your career in Cosmetology!
Educational Pathway for a career in Cosmetology :
One needs to earn a high school degree or a general educational development (GED) before pursuing Cosmetology school. Cosmetology school is around 12 months at a private beauty school. At these schools, a number of hours are required to complete. According to the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS), the national average of required hours is between 1,400 to 1,600 to depending on the state where the school is located.
An Associates Degree can be earned at a community or technical college. This will take two years to accomplish. In either scenario at a private beauty school or at a community or technical college, there are costs involved for the programs, hands on training, etc. Cosmetology costs can be up to $20,000+ for tuition, books, fees, supplies, etc.
When considering a Cosmetology program, several things need to be researched:
- The Cosmetology program is state approved, especially for licensing.
- Program reviews will need to be considered from alumni and current students.
- Programs are checked for high rates for graduation.
- Career placement after graduation
- Financial assistance for the Cosmetology program
- Hands-On Training and Apprenticeship Programs
- Continuing education opportunities after graduation
Here are a few websites for scholarship information for Cosmetology:
https://myaacs.org/grants-and-scholarships/
https://scholarships360.org/scholarships/cosmetology-scholarships/
https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/academic-major/cosmetology
It'll be best to contact the Registration Office at the Cosmetology school of your choice and inquire about financial aid, scholarships, program requirements, etc.
Hope this information helps and best wishes for your career in Cosmetology!
Thank you so much for this valuable information! I will be checking these links out! I appreciate you taking your time to answer my question!
Izzy
Braisha Owens Mount
Fashion Designer
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Columbus, Ohio
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Braisha’s Answer
You might want to consider reaching out to your school for advice if you haven't done so already. They're likely to provide valuable information. Alternatively, ponder over the option of securing a personal loan. Both paths could potentially be beneficial for you.
Thank you very much for these tips, I will be reaching out to my school for advice! I appreciate you for taking the time to answer my question!!
Izzy
My pleasure, I used to work a Paul Mitchel, they want students so they work with people
Braisha Owens Mount