Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmetology
Q. Can I really make money?
A. Yes, the expected salary of our cosmetology graduates is $25,000 to $35,000 in the first year.
Q. How long is the program?
A. The program will take approximately 56 weeks to complete. That’s about 12 ½ months, full time.
Q. Do you have any part time programs?
A. Not for cosmetology because the students felt that being at The Academy for two years was too long of a program. So that is why we only offer the full time program every 9 weeks.
Q. Can I take any time off while in school?
A. Yes, but we don’t recommend it. We do have an incentive program for students who maintain their 85% attendance and GPA and you get to take an entire week off half way through the program.
Q. How do I fill out my FAFSA?
A. You can go to www.fafsa.ed.gov and use our school code 041577, or you can do a paper version which we have a few of in the building.
Q. Can I change my schedule after foundations?
A. You have two options to choose from. Both are nice because you are still able to work every other weekend if you need to.
Q. How many nights do I have to be in school?
A. The schedules are designed to allow you to be in the school for two nights a week. This way you have a good idea of what that time is like while in an actual salon.
Q. When I graduate from school what does my license cover?
A. With a cosmetology license you are actually licensed to do hair, nails, and skin care.
Q. What does my tuition cover?
A. Your tuition covers the 56 weeks of education, books, and supplies. You do not need to purchase a kit while at The Academy. You tuition covers your mannequins, styling tools, and other necessary supplies.
Aesthetics
Q. What is aesthetics?
A. Aesthetics is the study of the skin. The aesthetic program here at The Academy covers skin care, makeup application, and body waxing and treatments.
Q. How long is the program?
A. The aesthetics program is a part time evening program. It will take about 39 weeks to complete, or about 10 months.
Q. What is the part time schedule?
A. Classes meet Mondays 5pm-9pm, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 4:30pm-9pm, plus every other Saturday 9am-4pm (with a one hour lunch)
Q. Do you offer a morning program?
A. At this time no we do not.
Q. Do you offer a full time aesthetics program?
A. At this time we do not.
Nail Technology
Q. Do I just do pedicures and artificial nails?
A. No. Being a licensed nail technician gives you the flexibility to do pedicures, artificial nails, and also basic and spa manicures.
Q. How long is the program?
A. This program is a part time evening program. It will take 29 weeks to complete or about 7 1/2 months.
Q. What is the schedule?
A. Classes meet Mondays 5pm-9pm, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 4:30pm-9:00pm, and every other Saturday 9am-4pm (with a one hour lunch)
Q. What if I have allergies?
A. We have latex free gloves for our students to wear, who have allergies. That way your skin is not in direct contact with the products.
