MAK Beauty Institute
Redken School Partner

Become a
Licensed
Beauty
Professional

Small classes. Hands-on from day one. A family that supports your dream. Start your career in 9–18 months.

Next Class Starts
August 10th
— Then 1st Monday Monthly
5
Days
18
Hours
42
Mins
5.0Google & Yelp
Cumming, GA
Rates of Achievements 2026

MAK Beauty Institute
vs NACCAS Standard

We don't just meet the standard. We exceed it.

Licensure Rate
100%
MAK Beauty Institute
50%
NACCAS Standard

Every graduate who completes our program passes the Georgia State Board exam on their first attempt.

Graduation Rate
98%
MAK Beauty Institute
70%
NACCAS Standard

Our family culture and flexible scheduling keep students engaged and graduating on time.

Placement Rate
100%
MAK Beauty Institute
60%
NACCAS Standard

Every graduate who wants employment finds a position within 30 days at top salons.

Data verified by NACCAS Annual Report 2025
National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences
In-House Financing

0% Interest
No Credit Check

We believe finances should never stand between you and your dream career. Our in-house financing is simple, transparent, and designed for students.

  • No credit check — ever
  • No interest — 0% for the full term
  • Start with $0 down
  • Flexible monthly payments
0%
Interest Financing
Master Cosmetology$16,000
Master Barber$16,000
Hair Design$8,000
Barber II$8,000
Esthetician$8,000
Nail Technician$6,000
Instructor – Cosmetology$5,000
Instructor – Barber$5,000
Cross-Over Barber$3,000

0% Financing also available for qualifying programs

Best Deal
0%
Interest Financing
In-house. No credit check. →
5.0
Google Rating
5.0
Yelp Rating
4–18
Months to License
1st Mon
Monthly Start
Why MAK

We Don't Just Teach.
We Become Family.

Small classes mean one-on-one attention. Hands-on training from your very first day. And a community that celebrates every milestone together.

Small Classes

Personal attention from instructors who know your name and your goals.

Hands-On Day 1

You work on real clients in our professional salon environment from the start.

Family Culture

Birthday celebrations, encouragement, and support that lasts beyond graduation.

Career Ready

State Board prep built in. Graduates at top salons across Georgia.

Programs

Choose Your Path to
Licensed Success

Every program includes hands-on training, a professional starter kit, and State Board preparation.

Master Cosmetology - Hair coloring training
Most Popular

Master Cosmetology

1,500 hrs | 9–18 mo

Hair, color, balayage, keratin, hair botox, extensions, eyelashes, eyebrow lamination, microblading, makeup, waxing, facials & salon management.

FID/FAFSA ✓ Learn More
$16,000tuition
Hair Design - Precision cutting

Hair Design

1,325 hrs | 7–12 mo

For those passionate about hair. Cutting, styling, balayage, extensions, keratin, hair botox, and chemical texture services.

0% Financing Available Learn More
$8,000tuition
Instructor Cosmetology - Teaching demonstration

Instructor – Cosmetology

750 hrs | 6–12 mo

Teach the next generation. Advanced training in curriculum and classroom management.

0% Financing Available Learn More
$5,000tuition
Master Barber - Straight razor technique

Master Barber

1,500 hrs | 7–18 mo

Classic and modern barbering. Fades, designs, straight razor, beard grooming & shop management.

FID/FAFSA ✓ Learn More
$16,000tuition
Instructor Barber - Clipper technique demonstration

Instructor – Barber

750 hrs | 6–12 mo

Train future barbers. Advanced techniques in teaching, curriculum design, and State Board prep.

Financial Aid ✓ Learn More
$5,000tuition
Cross-Over Barber - Dual cosmetology and barbering tools

Cross-Over Barber

+300 hrs | 10 wks

Already a cosmetologist? Add barbering. Prepare for BOTH State Board exams. Dual license.

Dual License Learn More
$3,000tuition
Barber 1 - Hair cutting and shaving training
No Chemicals

Barber II

1,040 hrs | 7–12 mo

Hair cutting, shaving, fades, designs & beard grooming. No chemical services. Straight barber classics.

0% Financing Available Learn More
$8,000tuition
Esthetician - Skincare and facial treatments

Esthetician

1,000 hrs | 6–12 mo

Facials, waxing, makeup, skin analysis, eyebrow lamination & microblading. Finish in 8 months.

0% Financing Available Learn More
$8,000tuition
Nail Technician - Manicure and nail art

Nail Technician

525 hrs | 4–6 mo

Manicures, pedicures, acrylics, gel, nail art & spa treatments. Finish in 5 months.

0% Financing Available Learn More
$6,000tuition
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