Vocational school that provides intensive training in Cosmetology, Barbering, Master Esthetics, and Instructor Training. The school also offers massage training.
Degrees offered
Certificate, Pre-licensing Training
School accreditation
Accredited by the National Accrediting Commission for Cosmetology Arts and Sciences; licensed by the State of Washington and Washington State Department of Health for Massage.
Specialized accreditation
NCEA: National Coalition of Esthetics and Manufacturing Association
Specialized licensure
Washington State Department of Health, Workforce
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act eligible training provider
The school operates on a year-round basis. Program length varies.
Student Body
Enrollment
Number of full time, male students
18
Number of full time, female students
38
Total number of full time students
56
Number of part time, male students
1
Number of part time, female students
10
Total number of part-time students
11
Total number of male students
19
Total number of female students
48
Total number of students
67
Approximately 20 students per class
Costs
Program costs
Tuition is $17,997.24 for the Cosmetology program (1,600 hours), $12,159.51 for the Barbering program (1,000 hours), and $21,010.44 for the Master Esthetics program (1,250 hours). Tuition is $2,977.21for the 600-hour Instructor Training program and $11,137.07 for the Massage program, Hair Design program tuition is $14,357.24 (1450 hours) Tuition includes the cost for the kit fee (equipment, books, and supplies) for each program. There also is a $100 registration fee for each program.
Title IV financial aid is available if enrolling in all programs. Grants and loans are also available for those who qualify, as well as an interest free school finance program.
Every month, open enrollment for the Cosmetology, Barbering, and Instructor Training programs. Every other month for Esthetics program and every September and March for the Massage program.
Application deadline
Continuous
Notified of acceptance by
Two weeks before start of class
Application requirements
Application fee
$100
Application fee waived
None
Submit these items:
Application
Required for all students
High school transcript or GED certificate
Required for all students
Interview
Required for all students
Written essay or personal statement
Required for all students
Government issued ID
Other admissions information
Applicants must be 16 years of age before the start date of a program of study and provide a valid photo ID and social security card. Applicants for the Instructor Training program must have a current Washington State Cosmetology, Barber, Manicurist, or Esthetician license and have two years of experience. Transfer students with less than 500 hours may be accepted after an evaluation of skills and knowledge.
Students must successfully complete their program of study. They are then prepared to take the state-approved examinations to become licensed to work in Washington.
Attendance options
Days
Evenings
Full time
Part time
Short-term courses
Computing
Computers on campus for student use
Computer lab available to students
Online registration for classes
Student Services
Academic services for all students
Academic advising
Students may take home any videos, software, or equipment from the Academy for additional studying. Any item taken must be checked out by a staff member and returned to the school the next business day.
