Admission Procedures | Admission Information

Dudley Cosmetology University and Dudley Beauty School System

DBSS Frequently Asked Questions

 

1) Does your school accept financial aid?

    Financial aid is accepted at the Washington DC school only.

    The remainder of colleges in the Dudley Beauty School System are not Title IV institutions. While we do not accept any federal grants or federally funded student loans, we do offer a convenient, interest-free payment plan for all programs of study.

2) Is your school accredited?

    Yes, the Charlotte, Kernersville and Washington schools are accredited through NACCAS (National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences).

3) How much is your tuition?

    Contact the school you are interested in attending for information regarding tuition.

3) How long does it take to complete your programs?

    The number of hours required will vary from state to state, depending upon the laws governing the cosmetology board in each state. The following information is intended as a general rule only. For the exact number of hours required, please contact the individual school(s).
Course
 Full Time
 Part Time
Cosmetology 10 Months 14 - 18 Months
Manicuring 2 Months 4 Months
Esthetics 5 Months 10 Months
Instructor Train. 5 Months 10 Months

4) How many hours does it take to complete your program?

    Cosmetology = 1500 hours
    Manicuring = 300 hours
    Esthetics = 750 hours
    Managers Training = 500 hours
    Cosmetology Instructor Training = 500-800 hours
    Manicuring Instructor Training = 320-625 hours
    Esthetics Instructor Training = 650-750 hours

5) How often do classes begin?

    Contact the school you are interested in attending for the next enrollment date.

6) How do I enroll?

    Complete an enrollment application for the school of your choice and fax or mail it to the appropriate campus with your registration fee. The $100 registration fee must be included with your enrollment application for it to be considered. Copies of the following documents must accompany your enrollment application: birth certificate and/or drivers license or state ID, social security card, and high school diploma, school transcript or GED.

7) What are the educational requirements for attending your school?

    A high school diploma or a GED. If you have not attained a high school diploma or a GED, we require a national placement exam that verifies you have 10th grade education proficiencies.

8) What type of certificate or degree will I receive upon graduation?

    You will receive a diploma, which is recognized by all governing boards of cosmetology. However, you will still be required to pass the cosmetology state board exam before you will be licensed. All students have an option to be tested in their state of permanent residence or the state where the training was provided.

9) Do you have a work study program at your school to help pay my tuition?

    We do not have a work study program.

10) Do I have to be a cosmetologist to attend your schools?

    No. However, we do have advanced training for the licensed cosmetologist.