Scholarships
There are numerous scholarships available to students in the health and beauty fields. Here are just a few to get you started.
Beauty Schools Marketing Group – $2,500 Scholarship
Beauty Schools Marketing Group is offering a $2,500 Cosmetology School Scholarship to help Cosmetology school students live their dreams!
Apply for the Beauty Schools Marketing Scholarship at www.beautyschoolsdirectory.com
Beauty Changes Lives Scholarships
The Beauty Changes Lives Foundation offers scholarships to prospective and current students in Cosmetology.
Learn more today by visiting www.beautychangeslives.org/scholarships
Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship
Joe Francis Haircare offers $1,000 scholarships for students enrolled or applying to Cosmetology school.
For details, visit www.joefrancis.com
OPI Scholarships
OPI offers scholarships to students in Cosmetology related programs.
Visit us at www.beautyschools.org for application information.
American Massage Therapy Association – Massage Therapy Journal $5,000 Scholarship
Contact: gro.egassamatma@spihsralohcs or call 877.905.2700
Resources
There are numerous scholarships available to students in the health and beauty fields. Here are just a few to get you started.
How to Apply For Sallie Mae® Loan?
If you choose to seek lending from Sallie Mae®, follow the steps below to create an account and apply for the loan online.
- Step 1: Visit www.salliemae.com
- Step 2: Review general information on their website and click “READY TO APPLY” button
- Step 3: Answer Questions from Sallie Mae®. When you reach the spot to enter the school name type in “Metro Beauty Academy”.
- Step 4: Hit continue and proceed with the Smart Option Student Loan Application
- Step 5: After you’re approved, select the desired repayment option and interest rate
- Step 6: Review loan docs and terms, provide any additional information requested and e-sign. Sallie Mae® will work with Metro Beauty Academy to take care of the rest
Financial Aid
School Code: 041580
Contact Our Financial Aid Advisor: dnicholson@metrobeautyacademy.com
Financial Aid at Metro Beauty Academy
Financial Aid at Metro Beauty Academy helps students pay for their education and some essential living expenses while attending our Cosmetology program. (FAFSA is not eligible for our Esthetics or Nail Technician programs. We offer other funding assistance such as Salliemae.com, Pheaa.org, Metro Beauty Academy’s monthly payment plan, and Scholarships)
Financial aid is mainly awarded based on financial need. It is designed to work alongside other resources such as:
- Family support
- Student employment
- Personal savings
- Assistance from other sources
Every student’s situation is different, so financial aid packages are customized based on individual circumstances.
Federal Financial Aid Programs
Students at Metro Beauty Academy may qualify for federal aid programs, including:
- Federal Pell Grant
- Federal Direct Stafford Loan
- Federal Parent PLUS Loan
Our Financial Aid Department works closely with each student and provides personal guidance throughout the process.
What Is Financial Need?
Financial need is the difference between:
- The cost of education at Metro Beauty Academy, and
- The amount the government determines that you and your family can contribute.
This contribution is calculated using information from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
The government uses a standard formula to determine your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). The remaining balance after this calculation is considered your financial need.
General Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for most financial aid programs, students must:
- Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
- Be enrolled at least part-time in a Metro Beauty Academy program
- Maintain Satisfactory Academic and Attendance Progress
- Not be in default on previous student loans
- Male students 18 or older must register with the Selective Service
Federal Loan Entrance Counseling
Students receiving federal loans must complete Entrance Loan Counseling before loan funds can be applied to their account.
This session explains:
- How student loans work
- Your responsibilities as a borrower
- Loan repayment expectations after graduation
The student (not the parent) must complete this counseling to ensure they understand their loan responsibilities.
You may need about 30 minutes to complete the process. Information you may need includes:
- Social Security number
- Driver’s license number
- Two personal references (name, address, phone)
If you need help, the Metro Beauty Academy Financial Aid Department can guide you through the process.
National Student Loan Database
The National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) is the U.S. Department of Education’s central database for student aid.
Through NSLDS, students can view:
- Federal loans
- Federal grants
- Loan balances and details
This system gives students a complete overview of their federal student aid history.
How to Apply for Financial Aid
Step 1: Visit Studentaid.gov
Step 2: Create Your FSA ID
Create your Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID), which allows you to access and manage your federal financial aid information online.
Step 3: Complete the FAFSA
Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online.
- Metro Beauty Academy School Code: 041580
- The FAFSA application is completely free.
After submitting, you will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) by email. Be sure to notify the Financial Aid Department once your FAFSA has been submitted.
Step 4: Sign Your Master Promissory Note
Students receiving federal loans must complete the Direct Loan Master Promissory Note. This document allows you to electronically sign and accept the loan terms.
Financial Aid Support & Assistance
If you have questions, the Financial Aid Department is here to help.
Metro Beauty Academy Financial Aid Department
📞 Toll Free: 1-888-782-7221
You can also contact:
- FAFSA Help Line: 1-800-433-3243
Cares Act
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) was established to provide emergency assistance during the pandemic. Included are student grants for COVID-19 related expense.
