Cosmetology Scholarships in Illinois

If you’re ready to enroll in beauty school but aren’t sure how you’ll pay for your education, Hair Professionals Career College is here to help. There are many scholarship opportunities available for students at our schools in Oswego, Palos Hills, and Sycamore, Illinois. Hair Professionals Career College is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), meaning that financial aid is available to students who qualify.

Scholarships for High School Graduates

We offer High School Cosmetology Scholarships to recent graduates who qualify. To be eligible, students must begin their program of study at Hair Professionals Career College in June or July immediately following their high school graduation date. Scholarships are available at all three campuses and can be applied toward both the Cosmetology and Esthetician programs.

Alumni Discounts

We welcome our graduates to continue their professional development with us. Alumni receive discounted tuition when they enroll in an additional course at Hair Professionals Career College:

• Cosmetology graduates are eligible for a $1,500 discount toward the Esthetics Course.
• Esthetics graduates are eligible for a $2,500 discount toward the Cosmetology Course.
• Cosmetology or Esthetics graduates are eligible for a $1,500 discount toward an Instructor Course.

We offer flexible scheduling options so you can find time for continuing education while working full or part-time.

Additional Scholarship Opportunities

We are committed to helping each student find scholarship opportunities to fund their education. Additional aid programs that you may qualify for include:

ACE Program

This is a scholarship program provided by the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS). ACE Grants are designed to help qualified applicants begin their careers in cosmetology. Hair Professionals Career College is an AACS member school.

Beauty Changes Lives Scholarships

Beauty Changes Lives Foundation offers a range of scholarship opportunities throughout the year. Award amounts and eligibility requirements vary, but for most scholarships, you must be accepted or currently enrolled in a cosmetology or esthetics program. The foundation also offers continuing education scholarships for established professionals.

Click here to learn more about our Industry Partner Scholarships

AACS partners with leading industry brands that sponsor scholarship programs for esthetics or cosmetology students. Award amounts and deadlines vary by program, so students should review this page regularly for new opportunities.

Learn More about Scholarships and Financial Aid

To determine your eligibility for financial aid, we recommend you start by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Most students can qualify for some type of aid. Attending beauty school is an investment, but it can lead to a rewarding career. There are many ways you can get help with financing your education at Hair Professionals Career College in Oswego, Palos Hills, and Sycamore, IL. Contact our admissions team today to learn more.