The National Cosmetology Association awards seven scholarships annually to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend cosmetology school. The scholarship is awarded in the amount of $1,000. The annual deadline for application is November 15. In addition to filling out a scholarship application, prospective applicants must also submit two letters of reference, a high school diploma or GED certificate, and an essay of no longer than 250 words explaining why they would benefit from the scholarship.
PBA / NCA - Sally Scholarship
15825 N. 71st Street, Suite 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85254-1521
800-468-2274
ncacares.org
The Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship Foundation provides annual scholarship awards to students who plan to enroll in cosmetology school. High school students are eligible to apply for these scholarships during the final semester of their senior year. These scholarships are awarded in the amount of $1,000. Funds are disbursed directly to the institution that an award recipient will attend. Students planning to pursue a career as an esthetician or in nail care are ineligible for this award. In addition to a completed application, students must also submit two letters of recommendation and a one-page essay describing their ambitions, talents and financial need. The annual deadline for application is June 1.
Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Box 50625
Minneapolis, MN 55405
651-769-1757
joefrancis.com
Wright Beauty Academy is a cosmetology school that has two locations in Michigan, and it also provides generous scholarships to some graduating high school seniors who plan to study at one of its campuses. These awards provide $1,500 for cosmetology students, and $700 for students who are only enrolling in the nails program. Students are only required to fill out an application and write two to three paragraphs describing their goals. There is no deadline for submission.
Wright Beauty Academy
492 Capital Ave. SW
Battle Creek, MI 49015
wrightbeautyacademy.com