Cosmetology School Requirements and Financial Aid
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Cosmetology school is where passion meets purpose—a place for all with ambitions to hone their beauty application skills, refine their talents, and step into the world as professional stylists, estheticians, barbers, or nail technicians. At Evergreen Beauty College, we don’t just teach the craft—we nurture the creative spirit.
Our cosmetology program immerses students in artistry and business, covering everything from the basics to advanced techniques.
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Standard requirements for enrolling in beauty schools
Here is a list of the basic prerequisites for enrolling in beauty school and applying for financial aid.
Age
Students 18 and older are eligible to apply. In many circumstances, we admit students who are 16 and older. At Evergreen Beauty College, we believe that no one is too old to reinvent their careers. There is empowerment and joy in pursuing learning at any age and we welcome all.
Application
We encourage all future students to submit an online application. One of the admissions team members will contact you and may require applicants to submit additional documents.
Assessment tests
Students must have a high school diploma or a GED to enroll since Evergreen Beauty College is a post-secondary institution. Assessment tests usually consist of testing computer skills. Students must have basic computer skills to keep up with the demands of coursework as they will be completing course material online. Evergreen Beauty College does not have a formative assessment test during enrollment.
Our educational approach includes various assessments and evaluations in each phase of the program.
Financial aid
Evergreen Beauty College’s financial aid office is committed to helping students navigate the financial aid process. We offer resources like federal student loans to support their cosmetology program education.
As a beauty school fostering growth and support, Evergreen ensures everyone understands their loan options, helping them manage potential student loan debt. The college also guides prospective students on utilizing a college savings plan to ease financial burdens, like the 529 Fund.
Through our unwavering commitment and personalized support, Evergreen’s financial aid programs ensure that education is within reach, regardless of a student’s financial situation.
Our financial aid office offers different programs tailored to each student’s needs that can assist with education expenses. We’ll help you advocate for your future career.
Some of the financial programs include:
- Pell grants
- Federal student aid
- Private and federal government loans
- Scholarships
- Monthly payment options
Standard licensing requirements to work in a salon
At Evergreen Beauty College, the licensing requirements demonstrate to employees and the state that you intend to work and that you are prepared to enter the beauty industry with confidence and competence.
The journey begins with meeting the education requirements, where students immerse themselves in theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice.
Throughout each phase of the program, formative assessments play a crucial role. They provide students with the opportunity to refine their skills, ensuring they are fully prepared for the licensing exam and ready to demonstrate their competence in the beauty industry.
Evergreen Beauty College equips its students with everything they need to succeed and feel prepared for the practical exam.
Full-time cosmetology students can expect to meet five times per week and successfully complete 1,600 hours of training in their cosmetology course.
What to expect at Evergreen Beauty College
Evergreen Beauty College is Nationally Accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Careers Art & Sciences (NACCAS).
Evergreen partners will quality beauty products and organizations to enhance the educational experience for students, which include:
- Local salons and spas: Internships and job placement opportunities for hands-on experience.
- Beauty associations: Collaboration to align curriculum with industry standards.
- Licensing boards: Ensures education meets the requirements for licensing exams.
Upon graduation, students will feel more confident pursuing their dreams in the beauty industry and forging new careers with a well-rounded understanding of techniques and business operations.
Students will participate in on-site and off-site events, get hands-on practice at our student salon, work with industry professionals, and book appointments with real clients at the on-campus salon.
If you’re interested in learning more about Evergreen Beauty College, schedule a tour at one of our campuses or book an online tour. Asking the right questions can help students determine if cosmetology school is the right path for them. Take our quick survey to discover if cosmetology is the field for you.
FAQ: Cosmetology school requirements and financial aid
Can you use federal student loans for cosmetology school?
Yes. If you are attending an accredited cosmetology school, you can apply for financial aid or student loans if you demonstrate financial aid.
Do all students qualify for federal student loans?
Every student must apply for financial aid and student loans. Check the financial aid website for eligibility criteria.
What are the requirements to become a licensed cosmetologist?
To become licensed, you must attend an accredited school, meet the required training hours, enroll for the licensing exam, and obtain a passing score on the practical exam.
What does your gpa have to be to get in
Hello Zareena, great question. It depends on the school, but most schools don’t necessarily require a GPA level but a degree attainment. Most beauty schools will require a HS Diploma or GED.
Thanks! For that evidence
What is the first thing your going to be doing once your a Hairstylist?
Am I required to take math 060 and English 98 in cosmetology at evergreen?
And will there be an accuplacer test or re we only required to show our GED/ HS diploma?
Taylor, could you clarify math 060 and english 98? At Evergreen, our math and english is based on applied sciences.
Thanks for sharing how there are assessment tests done before someone can go to cosmetology school. My daughter wants to go to one. I’ll see if I can find a test for her to take somewhere.
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Chris, wishing your daughter the best in the road ahead!
Do you guys offer tutoring?
As soon as I turn 16! I’m very much free to begin.
Can’t wait for you to join our industry!
Hello. I want to go to cosmetology school and was wondering if you could do and learn all of the cosmetology learnings at once so as Nails, hair, skincare, makeup. (That’s cause I wish to do all of those and can’t choose one).
I also know that college is not require for cosmetology but can we still go and major in cosmetology? Will it make me look better with a college degree? And will I learn better? What happens if we go to college for cosmology of our own choice?
Do I need to take the PSAT
Ella, for most schools, PSAT are not required.
what does your act score got to be to get in beauty school
Catherine, I don’t believe any beauty schools require ACT testing scores. I maybe wrong, but am fairly certain this is the case.
Do you need a high school diploma to get into Evergreen?
Ashley, because Evergreen is a post-secondary institution, you would need a HS Diploma or GED to qualify for admissions.
Do we have to show our hs diploma ? Or do we email it or can our school email it to administration
Depending on the school, some do require HS Diploma or GED.
do it require to have act or sat score
Very low probablity. I do not know of any beauty schools that require ACT of SAT scores.
do i have to have a diploma if i am 16 and good grades ?
do I need to do a levels to get into beauty school?
What is the best College to go to, to be a Cosmetology
Cherokye, I think the best college to attend is the one that is the best fit for you. I hope this is not sounding like I am giving a PC response, but truly there are so many different types of schools out there; there are large branded schools, botique schools, accredited and non-accredited … I would suggest you visiting some to see what is the right fit.
Will school accept a CDOS, a Career Development and Occuoational Studies, certificate?
what math and English classes will you have to do if any? are there high school ones I can do?
Hi
Can I also join school while im 16 yrs old and also in grade11?
Alwande, it depends on the state and the school. For example, in Washington State you may enroll but not be licensed until you are 17 years old. However, some schools require that students have a HS Diploma or GED. Other schools may have agreements with local school districts or Skills Centers to assist current HS Juniors to attend.
What if u have a higher education certificate and u wanna study cosmetology is it possible to do it
Melody, I would encourage you to reach out to your state governing agency. The state laws are all very unique. Example: If your higher education degree was in ‘Education’, such as permitting to teach, it could be recognized as an equivalency for an instructor license in specific states, such as Washington.
do you need spanish 2 to get in?
I am young and wish to go to a cosmetology school, but I was wondering if we need a good PSAT score to enter because most schools now don’t require it.
Hello Milah, I am so excited to hear that you want to pursue a career in Cosmetology. Requirements are typically set by the schools (and sometimes the state). In terms of PSAT scores, you will want to check with the specific school in your area. However to my knowledge, I am not aware of ANY beauty schools that require PSAT scores. I have seen other assessments, but not PSAT.
Hello, My daughter wants to start cosmetology, how much will it cost for her to get in without going to college. she wants to study cosmetology only to get her own license. She is currently in C-Tec in high school. Please by any chance you could give us more information. Thank you
Hello i’m Alex im 15 yrs i bin doing hair since i was 4 my grandma teached me to do hair my aunt and also my mom were both in beauty school i love love love doing hair and makeup its my dream to go here or attend to do hair and makeup here i felt pretty upset that my school and a lot of places that wont have people like me attending there beauty is my thing that what makes me happy to be honest beauty school is the only job i whould ever do in my life because thats what makes me happy
Do you need two language credits of the same language for any cosmetology school?
Can someone do cemostology with grade c-
Bella, I believe most beauty schools don’t require a specific grade in High School, rather focus on whether you have a HS Diploma or not. Visit your local beauty school to inquire … don’t intimated, as trade schools are very different than traditional HS.
Hi, do you have a requirement of IELTS or another language certificate for foreign students? ( except GED)
Please can I join you,am new I would like to learn cosmetology course,am from Kenya probably working in Saudi Arabia and I would like to achieve my dream of beautician
Hi! Are the SAT tests required?
Hello Mara, typically SAT test are not required. Of the nearly 100 cosmetology schools in Washington State,none to my knowledge require SAT scores.
Do I have to take Spanish in high school to go to one of these colleges.
Most beauty schools do not have a foreign language requirement. Many require a HS diploma and proficiency in the language the curriculum will be taught in.
Are you required to have any foreign language classes through high school?
do you need to pass your TSI to attend or be accepted to cosmetology school
Are you required to pass the TSI to be/accepted to any cosmetology schools
Marissa, what is the TSI? Is that state specific?
What is the tuition without aid