FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are the schools accredited?
A. Yes, the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences Accredits the school.

Q. What organization has approved the school?
A. The Maryland Higher Education Commission and the United States Department of Education.

Q. How long has the school been around?
A. The school has been training students for more than 30 years.

Q. What program does the school offer?
A. The school offers the Cosmetology Operator Program. Visit our Program page for more information.

Q. When does the next class start?
A. New classes start every month.

Q. Where is the school located?
A. Montgomery Beauty School is located at 8736 Arliss St., Silver Spring, Md.

Q. Is there financial aid available?
A. To find out more about financial aid click here.

Q. What are the entrance/enrollment requirements?
A. A personal interview and visit to the school are required of all prospective students. In addition the student must:

Be a citizen of the United States or hold a recognized visa.
Be beyond the compulsory school age, and not attending a school of elementary or secondary level, unless it is established through contact with responsible parties that pursuit of the program would not be detrimental to his/her regular school work. Must be 17 years of age at examination/licensure.
Have a sufficient understanding of the English language, reading, writing and speaking, which will be accessed during the entrance interview.
Have successfully passed an entrance examination if applicant has not completed the 12th grade or earned a GED. The Wonderlic Test will be administered by an independent tester.

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