The AHBAI Fred Luster, Sr. Education Foundation offers cosmetology scholarships ranging from $250 to $500 per person with a total of $5,000 awarded in prizes. Requirements include an 85 percent grade average, completion of at least 300 hours of class time, and be of African American decent.
AHBAI
PO Box 19510
Chicago, Illinois 60619-0510
708-633-6328
ahbai.org
The Joe Francis Hair Care Foundation offers a $1,000 scholarship to students starting or are enrolled in a cosmetology school. Applications must include an essay and letters of recommendation. Applicants must graduate after Aug. 31 in the application year. The scholarship is open to all races with preference given to low income applicants.
Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Box 50625
Minneapolis, MN 55405
651-769-1757
joefrancis.com
The NCA Sally Beauty offers scholarships to high school students, people under the age of 26 wanting to enter a cosmetology school and to students already enrolled. High school students and people under 26 can apply for a $1,000 scholarship and currently enrolled students can apply for a $500 scholarship. Applicants must include a personal essay and two letters of reference, It is open to all potential applicants, preference is given to applicant most in need of the money.
NCA
15825 N 71st St., Suite 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
800-468-2274
ncacares.org
The Access to Cosmetology Education Scholarship Program is available to students attending a cosmetology school affiliated with the AACS. One applicant per school will receive a $1,000 scholarship. To qualify you must be half-way through the training course with an average attendance, grade rate of at least 80 percent, and prove financial need. To apply, speak to the school's student counselor or financial adviser for the application. A FAFSA application will also be required; it can be obtained at fafsa.ed.gov.
The Oregon Barber and Hairdresser (B&H) Grant Program is available to a licensed school of barbering, hair design, cosmetology or manicure in Oregon. The school must also participate in the Federal Title IV financial aid programs. Applicants must show financial need, be enrolled full time, and have finished at least 900 hours of class time, the equivalent of 9 months. Grants range from $100 to $1,500. To apply, contact the financial aid officer for the school and request an application for the B&H Grant.