Virginia College

Cosmetology

Cosmetology

Make the world more beautiful... Jumpstart your Cosmetology Career at Virginia College!

Do you love to make others more beautiful? You can turn your creativity and passion into a rewarding career that's fun and flexible...as a hair stylist, hair designer, nail expert, or skin care specialist.

A career doing what you love starts here--in the cosmetology program at Virginia College*. And it's more than just "hair school!" Our expert instructors have real-world experience. And students have an opportunity to start building a client list working in our student-run salons!

What does a Cosmetologist do?

Trained cosmetologists work as hair designers and hair stylists, offering beauty services such as shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling. In addition, cosmetologists may be trained to give manicures, pedicures, scalp and facial treatments, and makeup analysis.

Hair, nail, and skin experts work in fun settings like salons, day spas, and cruise ships. Some become their own boss. Hair stylists get to apply their creativity every day, learn new techniques, and bring the exciting world of fashion to their clients!

What's the job outlook?

The cosmetology profession will grow by 20% from now until 2018, according to government estimates**. That job growth is much faster than the average for all occupations.

Why Virginia College?

You'll get:

  • Expert instruction from experienced professionals
  • A world-class cosmetology education at a convenient campus near you
  • A comfortable, professional environment in beautiful, state-of-the-art facilities
  • An education that goes beyond license exam preparation, but also teaches professionalism, talent development and people skills
  • Career and job placement support from our Career Services Department
  • Real-world experience working at V's Student Cosmetology Services, a retail outlet operated for the benefit of our students
  • A cosmetology education from Virginia College, accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS)

At Virginia College, you'll build valuable new skills in courses that inspire creativity, teach innovative techniques, and prepare you to be successful. Don't wait...get your beautiful new career started today!

* High school diploma or GED required.

**U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook 2010-2011 Edition

Your success in Cosmetology starts at the following locations:

NOTE: Program details subject to change. See the official campus catalog and appropriate addenda for the latest information.
Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas are required by South Carolina and Georgia to be listed as Certificates (C).
Associate of Science degrees (AS) are required by SC, TN & VA to be listed as Associated of Applied Science degrees (AAS).
Associate of Applied Science degrees (AAS) are required by LA & VA to be listed as Associate in Occupational Studies degees (AOS).
Bachelor of Science degrees (BS) are required by TN to be listed as Bachelor of Applied Science degrees (BAS).

Consumer Information for Cosmetology (Diploma/Certificate)

This program of study is designed to prepare students for the types of occupations listed below. The occupations listed are based on federal government information and represent the types of positions for which the program generally prepares graduates. The College makes no representation or warranty that its graduates have obtained these positions or that any future graduates will obtain these positions.

Occupation SOC Code
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 39-5012.00
Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance 39-5091.00
Manicurists and Pedicurists 39-5092.00
Skin Care Specialists 39-5094.00

Important Notice:

The following consumer information is provided as required by federal regulations. This information is based on current and historical data and does not constitute a promise or guarantee of future performance. There are many factors that will change the cost of a program, the time to complete the program, or the amount of debt that an individual may incur in order to complete the program, including transfer credits, eligibility for grants or scholarships, the decision whether to attend on a full- or part-time basis, course failures, and non-continuous attendance. These figures represent general program information that may vary for individual students based on their circumstances. The College reserves the right to adjust tuition and fees and to add or delete programs of study at any time, in accordance with applicable statutes and regulations.

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Q: What is the current cost of this program? (may vary by campus)
A: Tuition and fees: $19800.00
  Books and supplies: Included
  On-campus room & board: Not offered
 

The amount quoted does not factor in individual circumstances such as transfer credits, course failures, and price changes. Books and supplies are included in the tuition. The College does not offer on-campus room and board. The amount quoted reflects the maximum amount of tuition and fees charged that have been charged for this program at the time this disclosure was published. However, the amount quoted above may be different than the tuition and fees in effect at your particular campus. Tuition and fees are subject to change at the discretion of the College. Please contact the campus staff for the most current and accurate tuition and fee information available.

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Q: What financing options are available to pay for this program?
A: In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, students may use loans to finance their education. The median loan debt for program graduates is as follows.
  Federal loans: $14311.00
  Private educational loans: $0.00
  Institution financing plan: $0.00
 

The median loan debt for Federal loans is calculated based on students who graduated between July 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011, using the formula provided by the U.S Department of Education. An individual's loan debt will vary based on individual factors such as a student's decision to pay for the program from sources other than student loans or to borrow more than is needed to pay the direct costs of education, transfer credits, course failures, and program changes. Private educational loan data are based only on information reported to the College.

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Q: What is the reported completion time for this program, assuming continuous, full-time enrollment?
A: This program is designed to take 18 months to complete.

 

The length of the program will vary based on individual circumstances such as choosing to attend less than full time, failing or retaking a course or courses, changing programs, or choosing to take a greater than full-time course load.
Q: What percentage of students completes this program within this time frame?
A: 96% of graduates from this program finished in this time.

 

The completion rate is calculated based on the cumulative results of students at all Virginia College locations that offer this program, who completed between July 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011. The completion rate is calculated using the formula provided by the U.S. Department of Education. It may not include all graduates who actually graduated from the program within the maximum allowable timeframe.
Q: What is the job placement rate for students completing the program?
A: The job placement rate for students who complete the program is 60%.
 

The job placement rate listed above is based on the cumulative results of graduates from all Virginia College campuses that offer this program and who were placed between July 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011. The placement rate is calculated using the formula promulgated by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. This formula excludes graduates who are unavailable for placement due to medical issues, continuing education, active military service, and immigration concerns. The College makes no promise or guarantee of employment.

 

·         A job placement rate of 70.45% (Jacksonville) was also provided to the Florida Commission for Independent Education.  This rate is calculated including students who graduated from the program of study between 7/1/2010-6/30/2011. This rate does not include graduates who obtained employment after the placement reporting period ended. The placement percentage is calculated by number placed divided by final number of graduates.  Final number of graduates is determined by the total graduates minus those unavailable due to circumstances such as health issues, death, continuing education or military service.  This rate is to the best of our knowledge based on data received.  The College makes no promise or guarantee of employment. *Indicates no graduates during reporting period to place.

 

 

·         A job placement rate of 95.2% (Jackson) and NA% (Biloxi), as an average of the 2009-10 and 2010-11 years, was also provided to the Mississippi Commission on Proprietary School and College Registration.  These rates were calculated including students who graduated from the program of study between 7/1/2009 and 6/30/2011.  These rates are calculated by the total number of graduates placed, on or before September 15, 2011, in field and in related field divided by the total number of graduates and completers.  The total number of graduates and completer excludes those unavailable for placement due to circumstances such as health issues, death, continuing education or military service.  This rate does not include graduates who began employment after the placement reporting period ended. These rates are to the best of our knowledge based on data received.  The College makes no promise or guarantee of employment.

 

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