Financial Planning

Cosmetology School Cost: Complete 2026 Guide

2026-06-05MAK Beauty Institute

Investing in your education is a big decision, and understanding the costs upfront helps you plan confidently. Here is a complete breakdown of cosmetology school tuition, additional fees, and financing options available at MAK Beauty Institute.

Tuition Breakdown by Program

ProgramTuition0% Financing
Master Cosmetology (1,500 hrs)$16,000✓ Available
Master Barber (1,500 hrs)$16,000✓ Available
Hair Design (1,325 hrs)$8,000✓ Available
Instructor – Cosmetology (750 hrs)$5,000✓ Available
Instructor – Barber (750 hrs)$5,000✓ Available
Cross-Over Barber (+300 hrs)$3,000✓ Available

Additional fees: Application fee $100 (non-refundable), Foreign diploma evaluation $100 (if applicable).

What Is Included in Your Tuition?

  • Professional training with all tools and products provided
  • Comprehensive textbooks and study materials
  • Hands-on training from day one
  • State Board preparation and mock exams
  • Job placement assistance

Financing Options

MAK Beauty Institute offers two ways to fund your education:

  • 0% In-House Financing — Available for ALL programs. No credit check required.
  • FID/FAFSA — Federal Student Aid (Pell Grants + Direct Loans) available for Master Cosmetology and Master Barber programs only.

0% Interest In-House Financing — No Credit Check!

MAK Beauty Institute offers in-house payment plans with 0% interest. No credit check required. This is one of our biggest advantages:

  • $0 down payment option available
  • 0% APR — you only pay the tuition amount
  • Flexible monthly payments
  • No credit check, no bank involvement

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Federal Financial Aid (PELL Grants & Loans)

For our Master Cosmetology, Master Barber, and Instructor programs, eligible students can apply for PELL Grants and Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans through the Free Application for 0% In-House Financing (0% Financing). Our Financial Aid Director, Tera Prewett, will guide you through the entire process.

Ready to Start Your Beauty Career?

Classes start the first Monday of every month at MAK Beauty Institute. Apply now and take the first step!