Best Beauty School Programs in Utah

• Graduate from cosmetology/barbering school with a minimum of 1,600 hours of training completed.
• Pass both cosmetology licensing tests, including the written exam as well as the test of learned skills administered by the State of Utah.
• Submit an application for cosmetology licensing through the state of Utah. Pay the required licensing fee.

• Career — Most students are interested in a career in professional beauty care services.
• Advancement — They want to graduate and go to work in a professional salon as soon as possible.
• Affordability — They want an advanced education, without having to pay a large amount out-of-pocket.
• Compensation— Graduates can expect to earn $8 - $50/hour plus commissions of 40% - 60% depending on work environment.

• Must be at least 16 of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Complete pre-enrollment interview
• Submit application form and pay $50 fee
• Submit copy of driver’s license, birth certificate, or state issues ID

• Which school is best for my learning needs? American Beauty Academy is an accredited cosmetology and barbering school. We're a small school, which allows us to know each of our students and better understand your particular style of learning and academic needs.
• Will I get hands-on experience while I'm in training at the school? We provide our students with an abundance of opportunities to work with real clients each week during training in our professional-level student salon. The salon provides salon services to the public at affordable pricing, enabling our students to receive plenty of experience working in a real salon.
• How flexible is the training schedule? During the freshman class, course work is more structured. After the initial courses, students have the flexibility to arrange their school schedule however it fits best into their lives.
• Are professional tools provided to students? You should expect that your beauty training school provides tools that will last long into your cosmetology career. At American Beauty Academy, we select only high-quality cosmetology tools for our student kits.
• Will I get frequent feedback on my progress? To receive a strong education, students must receive consistent and clear guidance. We prioritize makings sure all students know where they are in their progress and that instructors are working closely with each one to help them succeed.
• What are the schools graduate success rates in state testing and job placement? Our rate of students' passing the Utah state cosmetology board exam is 100 percent. Due to our strong reputation in cosmetology training, many of our students are offered jobs before graduating.
• What's the environment like for students in the school? School should be remembered as a good, positive experience. Our students and instructors are very friendly and welcoming, which makes a very supportive and uplifting atmosphere for everyone at our school.

• Tuition at Salt Lake campus — $15,000. Add $2500 for the cosmetology Student Tools Kit
• Tuition at Payson campus — $15,000. Add $1700 for the cosmetology Student Tools Kit

Yes, and the school can help you arrange to complete your cosmetology education as soon as you’re ready to make sure you do not lose the time, effort, and money you have invested in your career training. Naturally, each pregnancy is unique. We advise you to speak with your OB/GYN directly regarding health and safety concerns about attending cosmetology school while you’re pregnant.

• Pell Grant — All cosmetology school students should consider applying for the federal Pell Grant. This grant is available based on financial need, regardless of grades. The grant is available to all US citizens or non-citizens who qualify. You are required to enroll in a full-time or part-time course of study that can result in earning a degree or a professional certificate. The grant amount for 2020-2021 is expected to remain at $6,195. Click here to access the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
• Beauty Academy— is an approved provider of vocational training provider in the state of Utah.
• Student Loans — The Career Training Smart Option Student Loan makes subsidized and unsubsidized funding available through the Sallie Mae federal financing agency. This student financing program may fund as much as 100 percent of your cosmetology school cost.
• Scholarships — In addition to need-based financial aid, numerous scholarship opportunities are available to some students, based on merit. Students and applicants who demonstrate strong potential for success as cosmetologists may qualify for scholarships to help pay the cost of tuition.
• VA Benefits— Due to changes in this federal program, the VA may not pay your tuition for cosmetology school. Use the online GI Bill Comparison Tool to enter information about your military service and your school of choice, to find out the exact amount of your potential VA benefits for attending the school.

Not all cosmetology schools are accredited. Be aware of which beauty schools in your area are accredited before enrolling. Official accreditation is necessary for students of a school to be assured of receiving the kind of education that will qualify them for a cosmetology license afterward. This is although some unaccredited schools may maintain high training standards. The difference is that an accredited cosmetology school is a validated educational institution that has proven to meet the necessary criteria for accreditation.

Cosmetologists, hairstylists, barbers, and other specialists in the field may average up to $50k annually. However, some are known to earn as high as $100,000 per year for their high-demand services and luxury treatments. These figures include tips. As in many other professions, income in cosmetology is often at least partially driven by region, local location, competition, salon size, and the individual client base.

Cosmetology students complete their first eight weeks of training in the Freshman program, learning the basics of hair, skin, and nail treatment processes. They practice their newly developing skills on mannequins. After completing the initial eight weeks of foundational training, students may require additional help in these areas. Or, they will move on to the Junior program. At this training level, students attend cosmetology classes and receive abundant hands-on experience in our student salon.