Omaha, Nebraska
Capitol Beauty School offers an 1,800-hour cosmetology program in Omaha, covering hair, skin, nails, and business skills. Training has two stages:
After completing the required training, tests, practical assignments, final written and practical examinations, exit requirements, and satisfactory payment arrangements, Capitol grants a diploma of graduation. Completing training prepares you to pursue Nebraska licensure requirements.
Meeting days change as students move from freshman to senior training; the precise transition week is not confirmed.
The November 30, 2026 and February 8, 2027 classes are full, with waitlists. April 19, 2027 is the next start accepting enrollment, with limited availability. Waitlist placement requires enrolling in another future class; an earlier place depends on a seat opening. Start dates can change.
| Study option | Class schedule | Hours per week | Upcoming starts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time Approximately 52 weeks | Freshman training: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:00 PM. Senior training: Tuesday-Friday, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, and Saturday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; one Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday of the student's choosing extends to 8:00 PM. Both stages are scheduled for 35 hours/week. The transition week is not confirmed. | 35 hours/week | Full · waitlist available Full · waitlist available Limited availability Accepting enrollment Limited availability Accepting enrollment Accepting enrollment Accepting enrollment Accepting enrollment Accepting enrollment Accepting enrollment |
$22,850
Approximate total program cost before financial aid
The stated total for the cosmetology program is $22,850, including $20,500 tuition, a $150 registration fee, and $2,200 in kit fees. A $1,000 enrollment deposit is required to secure a preferred class and includes the registration fee plus $850 of the kit fees.
Available to qualifying students
Eligible students can apply for Pell Grants and Federal Direct Loans through the FAFSA. Loans must be repaid with interest. Nebraska residents with financial need are also reviewed for the Nebraska Opportunity Grant during financial-aid packaging; no separate grant application is required.
Eligibility: Nebraska residents who meet eligibility criteria and demonstrate financial need.
Need-based state grant; students are reviewed automatically during financial-aid packaging, with final approval on a first-come, first-served basis.
Eligibility: Future and prospective students participating in Behind the Beauty.
Available through the free Behind the Beauty interactive program, offered at the school or virtually through Instagram.
Eligibility: Veterans, eligible dependents of deceased or disabled veterans, and active-status National Guard and Reserve personnel.
The school is approved for veterans’ educational benefits; verify benefit eligibility with the school representative.
Start by scheduling and completing a required tour. A combined tour and enrollment appointment can be arranged by email; orientation is mandatory 7–14 days before classes begin.