How to Enroll in Cosmetology School

In this article you will learn step by step how to enroll and get excepted at any school of cosmetology you choose.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Copy of your tax returns for the past year
• Drivers license and social security card
• Fafsa Results
• Registration Fee's

1. Enrolling in the school of your choice can be so exciting. If your prepared and have these steps taken care of during your interview you'll be more than ready to start on your way to a career in cosmetology. The first step is to fill out a FAFSA form on the web. The FAFSA is a tool used by schools to determine your eligibility for loans and grants made to help pay for your schooling. This also helps the school to get a picture of your financial situation. You can fill this out online at www.fafsa.ed.gov/

2. When you have finished filling out your fafsa you will receive a Sar Score. This score is a computed average that let's the school know how much aid you are eligible to receive and what percentage you are capable of paying. Print your score and bring this with you to the meeting. Next you want to contact the school of your choice and arrange a meeting with the financial aid or counselor. During this meeting he or she will spend time explaining how the school works and what will be expected of you. Most schools work on an hourly scale. For most cosmetology courses you must complete 1800 hours. most schools will ask for an upfront fee of 100 dollars to be sure you are serious and wish to attend. This fee does come off of your ending balance due to the school.

3. The interview is the same as if you were applying for a job. The counselor will determine if you have what it takes to complete school and if you want the career bad enough. The school usually knows this just by the excitement you show when you arrive. If you arrive prepared and with everything you need to complete the application you are sure to be accepted. Cosmetology is an excellent career with many rewards and what school you choose will greatly benefit your experience. Good luck in your career!

Tips & Warnings

• Bring your tax documents, a copy of your Sar results and your identification to make things run quicker and smoother.
• most schools ask for an enrollment fee. Usually 100 dollars to start.
• The average costs for degree completion can be from 10-15 thousand dollars.
• Financial aid/Loans will cover most if not all of the tuition if you have a low income.
• Select a school you feel comfortable with.
• Ask to be shown around the school during your interview.
• Speak to other students about their experience with the school during your tour. Most are very willing to share.

[starlet67]

on 6/12/2009 good points for enrolling in Cosmetology School!5*

[christyb40272]

on 6/11/2009 Oh yes, it's insane trying to sort out all the details! I hope I helped one poor sole get through the confusion.

[sonni57]

on 6/10/2009 Ha ha the next article needs to be how to survive beauty school I still remember that crazy ordeal over 25 years ago.

[annvans]

on 5/30/2009 Great info, thanks!