Ascend School of Esthetics & Nail Design provides industry-focused training to prepare students for success in salon, spa, and educational careers. Tuition reflects the quality, structure, and real-world relevance of all programs.
Program Tuition & Clock Hour Requirements
Advanced Esthetician Program: $12,000 | 1,000 clock hours
Advanced Manicurist Waxer Program: $10,000 | 910 clock hours*
Instructor Program: $7,500 | 650 clock hours
(requires 1 year field experience)
Instructor Program: $15,000 | 1,500 clock hours
(for pros without 1 year field experience)
We also offer a clock hour | $1500
Makeup Artistry Certificate Program : $1500 | 100 Clock hours
Makeup, Brow & Lash Artistry Certificate Program: $4500 | 300 clock hours
Note: Tuition reflect Inaugural Class of 2026 scholarship awarded to the 1st 100 students to attend Ascend.
* Manicurist Waxer program requires completion of 750 clock hours to obtain manicurist license + 160 clock hours to be earned after receiving manicurist license to upgrade license type to manicurist waxer)
*State Board Prep Program is a 12 week for individuals who did not take and / or pass written or practical exams. You do not have to be a graduate of Ascend to participate.
*No state exam is required for makeup, brow or lash program.
CLASS SCHEDULE
All programs are hybrid, combining in-person hands-on learning with virtual instruction for flexibility.
Students follow a self-guided learning plan in addition to participating in weekly lectures.
Mock written / practical exams are conducted monthly in preparation for state board exams.
Esthetics & Manicurist Waxer Majors
DAY OPTION
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9 am to 1:30 pm
Alternating Saturdays 8 am to 11 am
AFTERNOON OPTION
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 4 pm to 6 pm
Alternating Saturdays 11 am to 2 pm
EVENING OPTION
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 6 pm to 8:30 pm
Alternating Saturdays 8 am to 2 pm
SUNDAY ONLY OPTION
Sunday 2 pm to 9 pm
Massage Majors
DAY OPTION
Monday & Wednesday 9:00 am to 1:30 pm &
Alternating Saturdays 2 pm to 5 pm
AFTERNOON OPTION
Monday & Wednesday 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm &
Alternating Saturdays 2 pm to 5 pm
EVENING OPTION
Monday & Wednesday 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm &
Alternating Saturdays 2 pm to 5 pm
1 Sunday per month 2 pm to 5 pm
Instructor Program Majors
(Training available for Cosmetologists, Barbers, Natural Hair Stylists, Estheticians & Nail Technicians)
Monday Virtual Class 90 min 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm*
in addition to attending virtual class on Mondays, instructors in training must opt into one of the following:
8 hrs clinical floor supervision
12 hrs clinical supervision
15 hrs clinical supervison
Clinical Spa Floor Hours of Operation:
Thursday 9:30-1:00 / 4:00-8:30
Friday 9:30-1:00 / 4:00-8:30
Saturday 8:00 - 2:00
*Schedule times subject to change based on instructor availability.
Tuition Payments
Ascend Beauty College is a private institution and does not participate in federal financial aid programs.
Tuition reflects the high-quality, real-world salon and spa experience provided.
Enrollment Requirements:
$45 application fee
$180 registration fee
Proof of completing 10 grades in high school
Photo ID
(See list of acceptable documents below)
What to expect?
All students begin in our Ascend Prep Program. Students meet with an advisor and begin a
prep checklist to prepare mentally and financially for completion of their selected program of study.
Upon completion of the prep program checklist and payment of a minimum of $1500 toward tuition balance, students are promoted to Freshman and permitted to join physical class on campus.
Initial Fees:
Purchase of Essential Kit (Mannequin + utensils, uniform bundle, name badge,
digital learning platform access + e-book, and liability insurance. ( 60 day payment plan available)
Fast track: Pay $800* to cover required start up fees in full and complete prep checklist to start class immediately.
Please note: $800 covers freshman and sophomore fees.
Junior and Senior fees will be reviewed during admissions interview /advising as they vary per program.
Financial Support Available
Scholarships (internal & external)
Third-party loan and installment plan options available
Attendance & Professional Standards
Minimum 90% attendance rate required
Students more than 14 days past due cannot attend class
Policies ensure graduates are dependable, professional, and prepared for career success
Enrollment Requirements
To apply, students must provide:
Photo ID
Proof of completing at least 10th grade
Transcript
See acceptable documents below.
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