Current written cost and payment control: This page is public information only. Current tuition, fees, deposits, supplies, books, kits, discounts, incentives, payment plans, affordability review, payment-processing charges, and enrollment obligations must be confirmed in current written Louisville Beauty Academy documents before a student relies on them. No website page, payment button, screenshot, social post, third-party summary, or older statement guarantees a discount, scholarship, payment plan, refund, graduation, licensure, exam result, employment, income, transfer approval, or Board approval.

Making a payment does not by itself create enrollment, change a signed agreement, waive school policy, guarantee a seat, guarantee a reduced price, or satisfy a student obligation unless the payment and terms are accepted and confirmed by LBA in the student’s current written record. Review LBA’s Legal Policies, Disclosures, Waiver, and Student Responsibility Notice.

Affordability with documentation: Louisville Beauty Academy publishes program cost information to help students compare options before enrollment. All discounts, incentives, payment options, kits, books, fees, schedules, and student responsibilities must be reviewed in current written documents before a student signs or pays.

Affordability review: Students may ask LBA to review comparable program cost information. Any adjustment, discount, or incentive must be approved by LBA and documented in the student’s current written record.

Louisville Beauty Academy is a Kentucky state-licensed beauty school focused on accessible training, written transparency, multilingual student support, and practical pathways toward licensing readiness.

Conditional reduced-cost figure currently shown: $3,800.00 – For the Nail Technology Program, eligible students who meet all written discount and incentive conditions may reduce the listed cost from $8,325.50 to $3,800.00. Students should review the current enrollment agreement before relying on any figure, because the written student contract controls costs, policies, payment obligations, and enrollment terms.

PROGRAM LENGTH

KENTUCKY STATE LAW REQUIRES 450 HOURS

Conditional reduced-cost figure currently shown: $6,100.00 – For the Esthetics / Skin Care Program, eligible students who meet all written discount and incentive conditions may reduce the listed cost from $14,174.00 to $6,100.00. Students should review the current enrollment agreement before relying on any figure, because the written student contract controls costs, policies, payment obligations, and enrollment terms.

PROGRAM LENGTH

KENTUCKY STATE LAW REQUIRES 750 HOURS

Conditional reduced-cost figure currently shown: $6,250.50 – For the Cosmetology Program, eligible students who meet all written discount and incentive conditions may reduce the listed cost from $27,025.50 to $6,250.50. Students should review the current enrollment agreement before relying on any figure, because the written student contract controls costs, policies, payment obligations, and enrollment terms.

PROGRAM LENGTH

KENTUCKY STATE LAW REQUIRES 1500 HOURS

Conditional reduced-cost figure currently shown: $3,900.00 – For the Beauty Instructor Program, eligible students who meet all written discount and incentive conditions may reduce the listed cost from $12,675.50 to $3,900.00. Students should review the current enrollment agreement before relying on any figure, because the written student contract controls costs, policies, payment obligations, and enrollment terms.

PROGRAM LENGTH

KENTUCKY STATE LAW REQUIRES 750 HOURS

Conditional reduced-cost figure currently shown: $2,890.00 – For the Shampoo Styling Program, eligible students who meet all written discount and incentive conditions may reduce the listed cost from $5,890.00 to $2,890.00. Students should review the current enrollment agreement before relying on any figure, because the written student contract controls costs, policies, payment obligations, and enrollment terms.

PROGRAM LENGTH

KENTUCKY STATE LAW REQUIRES 300 HOURS

Conditional reduced-cost figure currently shown: $900.00 – For the Eyelash Extension Program, eligible students who meet all written discount and incentive conditions may reduce the listed cost from $2,500.00 to $900.00. Students should review the current enrollment agreement before relying on any figure, because the written student contract controls costs, policies, payment obligations, and enrollment terms.

KENTUCKY STATE LAW REQUIRES 16 HOURS

80-Hour Brush-Up Course Required by KY State Board of Cosmetology (Books and Kits are Additional Costs)

Brush-Up/Assistance Course for Cosmetology, Nail Technology, Esthetics, Shampoo and Styling, and Instructor Programs

Bring your dedication, and we’ll provide the rest. Let Louisville Beauty Academy be your partner in achieving your professional goals in Kentucky’s vibrant beauty industry.

Transfer Credits Approval: Ensure your credit hours are accepted by the Kentucky State Board of Cosmetology. For assistance, email kbc@ky.gov.

Enroll in Our Brush-Up Course: Once your credits are accepted and you’re ready for the exam, our course meets the State Board’s requirements, including the 80-hour brush-up for those who have failed three times.

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Before you compare costs: Use the visual checklist below as a student-protection standard. Any price, payment option, discount, incentive, scholarship-like support, or schedule should be confirmed in current written LBA documents before a student relies on it.

Materials, Books & Kits Policy (Transparency & Compliance)

Louisville Beauty Academy may include student kits, books, and CIMA/Milady Online Theory access as part of certain discount packages at the School’s discretion. Inclusion is not guaranteed and is provided solely for Kentucky licensing-exam preparation.

The School does not provide practice materials or consumables. Each student is responsible for purchasing their own practice items—including, but not limited to, paper towels, cotton products, nail/skin/hair consumables, tools, and specialty supplies—based on their personal learning needs and instructor guidance. Students may purchase from School-recommended vendors or any public supplier of their choice.

This policy ensures affordability, transparency, and full compliance with Kentucky State Board regulations. All details are governed by the Student Contract, the School’s only legally binding enrollment document.

Foreign High School and College Graduate Enrollment Requirements

For enrollment at Louisville Beauty Academy, all students with foreign high school diplomas or transcripts (including college degrees or transcripts) must submit both the original document and a photo of the original document. In addition, full payment—whether discounted or regular—must be made for the translation and validation of foreign diplomas. No exceptions will be made to this requirement.

Louisville Beauty Academy is Kentucky state-licensed and works with document-translation and validation resources to ensure that all foreign diplomas are translated and validated in accordance with Kentucky State Board of Cosmetology standards. Translation and validation are mandatory before the school can officially enroll you. While we can handle the translation and validation process for you, it is important to note that the Kentucky State Board of Cosmetology only accepts translations completed by agencies that are approved by the Board. Documents translated by agencies not approved by the Kentucky State Board will not be accepted.

For enrollment assistance or any questions regarding the translation and validation process, please contact us by email at study@LouisvilleBeautyAcademy.net or text us at 502-625-5531.

Payment Plan Policy and Fees

Students are permitted to make monthly payments of any amount exceeding $100. The following late fees will apply based on the payment amount:

• $0 Late Fee: For students who pay in full or make monthly payments of $500 or more.
• $50 Late Fee: For monthly payments less than $500.
• $100 Late Fee: For monthly payments less than $200.
• $250 Late Fee: For months with no payment.

Payment Requirements:
Students must pay the full program cost, minus any applicable incentives or discounts, before graduation. Graduation will not be granted until the outstanding balance is paid in full.

Note: The remaining balance may change based on payments made, late fees incurred, and documented incentive or discount activity. LBA relies on completed, documented student actions when applying incentives or discounts. Students are encouraged to stay current with payments to avoid penalties and support timely completion of their program.

Incentives, Discounts, and Scholarship-Like Support Policy

• Scholarships are reserved for students who qualify, typically those who have exhausted other funding options such as federal financial aid, military benefits, Kentucky vocational rehabilitation assistance, and other grants. Students are responsible for fully understanding and agreeing to the terms outlined in their student contract.
• The scholarship program is designed to incentivize consistent attendance and academic progress. The student’s scholarship will be voided if they clock in and leave without clocking out. The scholarship voiding policy is as follows:
  1. First Incident: $100 of the scholarship will be voided.
  2. Second Incident: $200 of the scholarship will be voided.
  3. Third Incident: The entire scholarship will be voided.
• Continued violations may result in potential withdrawal from the program.

Attendance Policy

The Kentucky State Board of Cosmetology requires that students attend at least once every two weeks. Missing two consecutive weeks of attendance will result in immediate withdrawal from the program. While Louisville Beauty Academy offers flexible scheduling, students must meet the state board’s attendance requirements.

Note: Flexible scheduling does not allow for two consecutive weeks of absence. Flexible scheduling means attendance happens weekly, as agreed upon by the student and instructor. Please refer to the school catalog for more details.

Transferred Students Policy

Louisville Beauty Academy is committed to the success of all students, including transfer students. To ensure that transfer students receive the same level of education as full-time students, the following is required:

• Transfer students must purchase the Louisville Beauty Academy CIMA-Online Course for theory.
• Transfer students must purchase the Louisville Beauty Academy Student Tool Kits for practical training.
• Transfer students should be prepared for a more intense learning experience, as they will have a shorter enrollment period with us.

Important: Transfer students are not considered full-time students. Therefore, the scholarship and discounts on books, kits, or fees do not apply to transfer students. The flexibility of the program is available, but it is the responsibility of the student to stay on track with their progress and attend as required.

Licensing Focus First

Louisville Beauty Academy focuses on preparing students for licensing exams as the primary objective. Students must complete their licensing theory and practical exam preparation before progressing to professional salon services. The successful completion of licensing exams is a requirement before moving on to advanced coursework in professional service.

Before signing or paying: Review LBA’s Before You Enroll: Written Document Checklist so current program, cost, payment, schedule, licensing, and student-responsibility documents are clear in writing.