The Best Modeling Schools in the Nation

Modeling schools teach poise.

Excellent training means a lot in modeling. With the fast-paced entertainment industry and the high demand for competent, polished and trained models, acquiring education from an institution that promises professionalism, preparedness and experience is ideal. The top modeling schools in the nation provide this and more.

Barbizon Modeling and Acting Centers

With Barbizon Modeling and Acting Centers located throughout the United States, Barbizon is one of the best-known educational institutions specializing in teaching modeling and acting. The school's curriculum goes beyond modeling and acting because it also concentrates on developing self-confidence. At Barbizon students learn the modeling techniques that top fashion models employ. The school offers five courses concentrating on different areas like female and male modeling, pre-teen modeling, full-figure modeling, and figure and advanced professional modeling. The first four courses have related subjects such as Product Modeling, Voice and Diction, Make Up Artistry and Fashion Workshops. Advanced Professional Modeling is a supplementary course that further expands modeling skills. Barbizon Modeling provides four-year college scholarships to one winner randomly chosen every 12 months.

Barbizon School of Albany
1991 Central Avenue
Albany, New York 12205
508-456-6713
barbizonmodeling.com

John Robert Powers School

John Robert Powers School is an internationally renowned modeling school established in 1923. John Robert Powers founded the institution, and its curriculum focuses on personality development, executive skills, modeling and acting. Well-known personalities who underwent the training system include Henry Fonda, Ryan Locke and Ava Gardner. The school accepts children ages four to 11, pre-teens ages 12 to 17 and adults. Available programs include Life Program, Modeling and Acting Program and Special Interest courses. Life Program is a 10-week course covering areas that differ for every age group. Common subjects include goal setting, social graces, etiquette and manners. The Modeling and Acting program and Special Interest courses are by invitation only to ensure the highest level of success for each student. John Robert Powers' specifically designs its programs to supplement regular education, providing students with opportunities to pursue modeling along with any career the student chooses.

John Robert Powers School
424 West 33rd Street, Penn Station
New York City, NY 10001
212-620-2777
johnrobertpowers.net

Julie Nation Academy

Julie Nation Academy is a modeling, acting and personal development school that provides students with opportunities to enhance their acting and modeling skills. The school accepts students from four-years-old to senior citizens, teaching them in small classes and workshops. The Julie Nation Professional Modeling Program is a 48-hour intensive program focusing on modeling. Graduates of this program learn about professionalism in photography and fashion show runway modeling. Students must attend two-hour classes for 24 weeks and have the opportunity to join year-round special events and graduate workshops. Courses include Hair Care and Styling, Professional Attitudes and Responsibilities and Promotional Modeling. Each class accommodates only 12 students to ensure individual attention.

Julie Nation Academy
2455 Bennett Valley Road Suite 110A
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
707-575-8585
julienation.com

References

• Barbizon School of Albany
• John Robert Powers School
• Julie Nation Academy