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Houston, Texas

Behind the Chair Institute

14099 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77077

Active Texas license · 705560

Visit school website Call (832) 585-9704
Program price
$18,422
Schedule
Full-time and part-time options
Program length
1,000 hoursApproximately 7 1/2 months full time
Next start
Sep 3, 2026

Cosmetology program

Behind the Chair Institute offers a 1,000-hour cosmetology program in Houston described as taking approximately 7 1/2 months full time. Documented options include full-time study at 32 hours per week and part-time study at 16 hours per week. The school describes a hybrid format combining theory with hands-on practical training. This independent career school enrolls applicants who meet its diploma-or-equivalent and age requirements. This profile includes a program price of $18,422 and a next start date of Sep 3, 2026. Behind the Chair Institute has an active Texas license.

Credential
diploma

Who this program is for

This independent career school enrolls applicants who meet its diploma-or-equivalent and age requirements.

Education setting
Private career school
Who can enroll
Adult enrollment

Eligibility: Applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent and must be at least 17 by the state licensing exam.

Price details

$18,422

The school lists this as the total program price. Last checked Aug 20, 2026.

Tuition$14,000
Kit and supplies$3,600
Books$477.32
Application fee$100
Student permit$25
Tax$297
Program total$18,422

Schedule and start dates

Full-time daytime schedule (32 hours/week)

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Class time
9:00 AM–5:00 AM
Duration
Approximately 31 weeks maximum timeframe

Part-time daytime schedule (16 hours/week)

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Class time
9:00 AM–1:00 AM

Part-time evening schedule (16 hours/week)

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Class time
5:00 AM–9:00 AM

Upcoming start dates

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Scholarships and payment options

Payment plan

School-financed installment plan

The remaining balance may be financed by the school after the enrollment fee and deposit are paid.

Last checked Aug 20, 2026

Veteran benefit

VA education benefits

Eligibility: Provide a certificate of eligibility for VA educational benefits under Chapter 31 or Chapter 33.

The institute will not impose late fees, deny access, or require additional loans while payment is pending under Chapters 31 or 33.

Last checked Aug 20, 2026

License, accreditation, and financial aid

Texas license
ActiveExpires Aug 31, 2026Texas license 705560About Texas school licensing
Accreditation
Not confirmed
Federal aid
Not availableThe available school information states that federal student aid is not available for this program.

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