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Albany, Georgia
Albany Beauty Academy
2231 Dawson Rd Suites I & J, Albany, GA 31707- Program price
- $22,550
- Schedule
- Full-time daytime schedule (30 hours/week)
- Program length
- 1,500 hours13 months
- Next start
- Not available
About the program
The Master Cosmetologist program provides 1,500 clock hours of practical operations and technical instruction in hair, makeup, skin care, manicuring, business skills, and health and safety. The school states that this course meets Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers requirements.
What you get
Graduation requires successful completion of 1,500 clock hours and the school’s other graduation requirements. Completing the program is not a professional license; the written and practical state licensing exams are separate steps.
Schedules & start dates
| Study option | Class schedule | Hours per week | Upcoming starts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time 13 months | Mon–Fri9:00 AM–4:00 PM Full-time only. | 30 hours/week | Not listed |
Cost & financial aid
Program price
$22,550
Approximate total program cost before financial aid
The stated program price includes tuition, books, a kit and the application fee. Required uniforms and footwear are additional expenses, as are the state licensing exams.
What's included
- Tuition
- $21,500
- Books/KitCombined books and kit charge.
- $1,000
- Application FeeNonrefundable.
- $50
Federal financial aid
Available to qualifying students
Federal financial aid is available for eligible students. The school lists Pell Grants, supplemental grants, work-study, and Direct Loan options; it also describes a school payment plan and veterans' education benefits for qualifying students. Use school code 043062 on the FAFSA.
Veteran's Education Benefits
Eligibility: Available to students who qualify.
Veteran's Education Benefits are listed as available for qualifying students.
How to enroll
Entry requirements
Applicants need government-issued photo identification and supporting identity documentation, plus a high school diploma or completion transcript, a high school graduation equivalent, or a qualifying academic transcript. The school also lists a $50 nonrefundable application fee. Applicants must be at least 17. Foreign education credentials must be translated into English and evaluated for U.S. high-school equivalence.
Application steps
- Complete the admission application.
- Bring the required identification and education documents when enrolling.
- Pay the $50 nonrefundable application fee.
School approval & accreditation
- Georgia school or program approval
- Approval number:
- COSC000276
- Status:
- Active
- Accreditation
- Not confirmed
Sources
View source list5 sources
- Albany Beauty Academy school catalog School catalog · Retrieved Oct 23, 2026
- Master Cosmetologist Program – Albany Beauty Academy Official school source · Retrieved Oct 23, 2026
- Admission – Albany Beauty Academy Official school source · Retrieved Oct 23, 2026
- Financial Aid – Albany Beauty Academy Official school source · Retrieved Oct 23, 2026
- Georgia school or program approval record State regulator · Retrieved Oct 23, 2026