The American Cosmetology Education Grant is a well-known award available to cosmetology students interested in the competitive side of hairdressing and makeup work. It's sponsored by the American Association of Cosmetology Schools, and is applied for once you are accepted into your school of choice. There's an application followed by an interview, as well as additional considerations like the type of program you're enrolled in as well as your personal finances.
The Oregon Student Assistant Commission is available to all students pursuing some kind of career training in the state of Oregon, including cosmetology students. Each grant awarded is worth $600, and in order to be eligible, you first must be accepted into a cosmology school and enrolled in a program that's a minimum of nine months long.
The Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship Foundation awards $1,000 grants to cosmetology students; multiple applicants can win per year. In order to be considered, you first must fill out an application and then write a one-page essay detailing your financial need, family history, and passion for cosmetology. One or two letters of recommendation are also required.
Though this grant isn't directly related to cosmetology, it's one of the most commonly awarded federal grants in the country. The amount of money given fluctuates from year to year, but it's usually capped at around $5,000. The amount you earn depends on your financial need, the costs of the school you're attending, and whether you're a full or part-time student. It's applied for through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).