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Students practicing styling in a bright salon classroom

Cosmetology · Esthetics · Barbering · Nails

Learn the craft. Build the career.

Hands-on beauty education in a working salon, taught by stylists who still work behind the chair. Train with real guests, build your portfolio and graduate ready for licensure.

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5Career programs
65+Years of teaching
1Campus, real salon

Programs

Five paths, one campus.

Every program blends technical skill, artistry and real guest experience, so you graduate with the confidence to work from day one.

01

Cosmetology

Complete training in cutting, color, styling, skin and nails, with salon business skills built in.

Length1,200 hrsTuition$22,500 Explore Cosmetology 02

Esthetics

Facials, skin analysis, waxing and spa treatments, practiced on guests in a calm spa setting.

Length600 hrsTuition$14,500 Explore Esthetics 03

Barbering

Precision cuts, fades, beard work and shaves, with supervised floor time.

Length900 hrsTuition$15,500 Explore Barbering 04

Nail Technology

Manicures, pedicures, gels and enhancements, plus building a loyal book of guests.

Length300 hrsTuition$5,500 Explore Nail Technology 05

Instructor Training

Classroom leadership and teaching methods for licensed professionals ready to educate.

Length500 hrsTuition$6,000 Explore Instructor Training

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The Arden difference

A stronger start for your beauty career.

Decades of beauty education, professional brands in every classroom and a curriculum built around the salon you’ll actually work in.

  • 01

    Real guests, early

    Students start working on guests partway through their program, in a supervised salon, so skill turns into confidence.

  • 02

    Taught by working pros

    Our educators still style, color and treat clients, bringing what’s current in the industry into every class.

  • 03

    A path to your license

    Clear milestones, practice exams and portfolio reviews keep you on track from day one to your state board.

A student styling a guest’s hair while an instructor looks on

Learning by doing

Education that feels like the real world.

You learn inside a working salon with professional tools, real guests and honest feedback from instructors who’ve built careers in the field. Every week, you get a little faster, a little more confident.

  • Live guestsFrom the midpoint of your program
  • PortfolioBuilt into every program
  • MentorshipFrom working professionals
  • Current techniquesAligned with today’s salons
Portrait of the school’s creative director

Meet our creative director

“Great stylists aren’t born behind the chair. They’re built there, one guest at a time.”

Simone Arden grew up in the family salon and spent two decades styling for editorial shoots and runway shows before returning to lead the school her grandmother founded. She still works backstage each season and brings what she learns straight back to the classroom.

Simone ArdenCreative director, third generation Read our story

Outcomes

A path designed for results.

Graduates leave with practical experience, a professional portfolio and support finding their first chair, whether that’s a salon, spa or their own studio.

  • 91%Completion rate
  • 78%Job placement rate
  • 89%Licensure pass rate
  • Accredited school
  • Career services
  • Resume and portfolio help
  • Employer network

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Students laughing together between classes
A student finishing a manicure on a guest

Student life

Find your people. Find your style.

Small classes, competitions, product launches with professional brands and a community that cheers you on from your first mannequin to your first guest.

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Admissions

Your first steps to enrolling.

Starting a new career is a big decision. Here’s exactly how it works, with a real person to guide you at every step.

  1. Take a tour

    See the classrooms and salon floor, meet instructors and ask anything.

  2. Apply

    A short application and a conversation about your goals and schedule.

  3. Plan your tuition

    Our financial aid team walks you through aid, scholarships and payment plans.

  4. Start your program

    New classes begin throughout the year, with full- and part-time options.

Financial aid is available

Grants, loans, scholarships and payment plans may be available to those who qualify. We’ll help you understand every option.

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The student salon and spa, with styling chairs and soft light

Student salon & spa

Treat yourself, help a student grow.

Book a service with our students, supervised by licensed instructors, at a fraction of salon prices.

  • Haircut & stylefrom $18
  • Single-process colorfrom $40
  • Signature facialfrom $35
  • Gel manicurefrom $20
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Questions

Good to know.

Do I need experience to enroll?

No. Our programs start with the fundamentals, and many students arrive with nothing but a love of beauty.

How long does it take to finish?

It depends on the program and whether you attend full- or part-time. Your admissions advisor will map out a realistic schedule with you.

Is financial aid available?

Financial aid may be available to those who qualify, along with scholarships and payment plans. We’ll walk you through every option.

When can I start working on guests?

Students begin supervised guest services partway through their program, once the core skills are in place.

Will I be ready for my state board exam?

Every program is built around your state’s licensing requirements, with practice exams and review sessions before you test.

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Start your beauty career.

Book a campus tour or request information, and an admissions advisor will reach out to talk through programs, start dates and tuition.

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Admissions
(555) 018-4470
Salon & spa appointments
(555) 018-4471
Campus
100 Main Street
Your Town, NJ 00000