Cosmetology is a Diploma program offered by D'Mart Institute in Vega Alta, PR. The program takes 1,000 clock hours to complete, with a total tuition of $10,463.
Program Overview
Cosmetology, 1,000 clock hours. The Cosmetology program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills in the science of beauty. Upon completion of the training, students will be qualified to work at the entry level as a stylist, colorist, makeup artist, manicurist, pedicurist, or seller of products and equipment related to the profession.
Program length. The program has 1,000 hours of instruction and 212 hours of work outside the classroom or salon, and consists of 39 credits over about 42 weeks.
What sets this Program apart
- The program. The Cosmetology program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills in the science of beauty.
- Two campuses. Programs run at the Barranquitas main campus and the Vega Alta branch campus, except Automotive Mechanics, which is offered in Barranquitas.
- Day or night. Classes run in six-hour periods, Monday to Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or from 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
- Placement Office. Graduates get help with resumes, interview preparation, employer referrals and the requirements for professional licensure examinations.
Admission Requirements and Process
Admission requirements. Applicants must be sixteen (16) years old or older (health programs: seventeen, and eighteen by the start of the practice), have completed 12th grade or its equivalent, provide a copy of the high school diploma, official transcript or graduation certification, submit an updated vaccination certificate (PVAC-3) if under 21, pay the $25.00 admission fee, and provide acceptable documentation to verify their identity. Educational evidence from another country must be validated by the Puerto Rico Department of Education.
Admission procedure. Applicants meet with the admissions staff, who determine whether the program matches the applicant's interest; qualifying applicants complete the admission application with the required documents.
General Requirements
- Age 16 or olderBe sixteen (16) years old or older; health program applicants must be seventeen, and eighteen by the start of the practice.
- High school completionHave completed 12th grade or its equivalent, with a copy of the diploma, official transcript or graduation certification.
- Vaccination certificateSubmit an updated vaccination certificate (PVAC-3) if under 21 years of age.
- Admission feePay the $25.00 admission fee, unless sponsored by a government or private agency.
- Identity verificationProvide acceptable documentation to verify your identity, such as a valid government-issued photo ID.
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you attend a school that has been independently evaluated for educational quality.
D'Mart Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), holds a license to operate from the Junta de Instituciones Postsecundarias (JIP) of Puerto Rico, and is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for federal financial aid.
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Application Process
- 1Request informationComplete the online form or call either campus, and an admissions representative will contact you within 24 hours.
- 2Visit the campusSchedule a visit to see the laboratories, meet the team and ask your questions in person.
- 3Complete the applicationComplete your admission application together with the required documents.
- 4Apply for financial aidIf you qualify, complete the FAFSA and other forms of assistance with the Financial Aid team.
- 5Start classesOnce the process is complete, you receive your acceptance letter and begin classes.
Program Schedule
Class schedule. Daytime periods run Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; night periods Monday to Thursday, 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The institution is open Monday to Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Semesters. The academic year consists of semesters of approximately thirteen (13) to sixteen (16) weeks, depending on the program of study.
Upcoming dates. The 2026 academic calendar lists enrollment for October on October 13, 2026, an academic recess from December 18 to 31, 2026, and the beginning of classes on January 7, 2027, with enrollment for January on January 13, 2027. The calendar is subject to change.
Curriculum
18 courses, 39 credits. The catalog's course table lists theory, laboratory and internship hours for every course, shown below, adding up to 1,000 hours of instruction.
Grading and graduation. Grades run A (100%-90%), B (89%-80%), C (79%-70%), D (69%-60%) and F (59%-0%). To graduate, a student passes all classes in the program with a minimum overall GPA of 2.00 on a 4.00 scale, and receives a diploma.
Required Courses
| Subject # | Name | Lecture | Lab | External | Total | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ETLI-100-24 | Ethics and Leadership | 30 | 30 | 1 | ||
| COMP-120-24 | Introduction to Computers | 30 | 30 | 1 | ||
| BELL-101-24 | Sterilization (Asepsis) | 30 | 30 | 1 | ||
| BELL-120-24 | Anatomy, Physiology, Chemistry | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| BELL-111-24 | Shampoo, Rinse and Scalp Treatment | 30 | 30 | 1 | ||
| COSM-230-24 | Thermal Drying Techniques | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| COSM-110-24 | Waves, Rollers and Rings | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| TECU-130-24 | Hand and Foot Care | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| COSM-332-24 | Basic Updos (Commercial Hairstyles) | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| BELL-210-24 | Chemical Texturing | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| COSM-245-24 | Basic Color Techniques (Hair Coloring) | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| COSM-210-24 | Haircutting I | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| COSM-220-24 | Haircutting II | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| BELL-220-24 | Skin and Facial Treatments | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| COSM-320-24 | Hair Removal Techniques | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| COSM-321-24 | Make-up | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2.5 | |
| COSM-330-24 | Licensure Examination Review | 30 | 30 | 60 | 2 | |
| COSM-400-24 | Simulations of the Profession and Business Administration | 100 | 100 | 3 | ||
| Totals | 450 | 450 | 100 | 1,000 | 39 |
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Admission fee | $25 |
| Tuition | $10,462.50 |
| Laboratory and library fee | $600 |
| Enrollment fee | $75 |
| Graduation fee | $100 |
| Total | $11,262.50 |
Financial aid. Programs available to students who qualify include the Federal Pell Grant, the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Work and Study (FWS), Vocational Rehabilitation, and the Supplemental Educational Aid of the Puerto Rico Board of Education. Aid is based on demonstrated need; applicants submit evidence of income for the last two tax years.
Payment plans. The Treasury Office sets a payment plan without interest; a $50.00 fee is charged for completing the payment plan, and a $6.00 late payment charge applies. Payment methods are ATH Móvil, ATH, certified checks, money orders and Visa or MasterCard.
Refunds. The refund percentage is based on the last day of attendance within the payment period: a student who has attended 60% or less receives the corresponding prorated refund, and no refund is issued above 60%. An administrative withdrawal fee of up to 5% of the total cost or $100, whichever is less, applies, and refunds due to the student are issued within 14 calendar days of the determination date.
Career Outcomes
Careers. Upon completion of the training, students will be qualified to work at the entry level as a stylist, colorist, makeup artist, manicurist, pedicurist, or seller of products and equipment related to the profession.
Placement Office. The Placement Office helps graduating candidates and graduates with job search skills, resume and interview preparation, employer contacts and referrals, and guidance on the requirements and procedures for professional licensure examinations.
Diploma. Any student who successfully completes the graduation requirements receives a diploma; documents are issued once any financial debt with the Institution is paid.
What to expect as a D'Mart Institute student
Class schedule. Daytime periods run Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; night periods Monday to Thursday, 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The institution is open Monday to Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Semesters. The academic year consists of semesters of approximately thirteen (13) to sixteen (16) weeks, depending on the program of study.
Outside work. Every program adds hours of work outside the classroom or salon to its hours of instruction.
Campuses. The Barranquitas main campus is at Urb. San Cristóbal #12, Calle B, on PR-156 in Barrio Honduras; the Vega Alta branch campus is at the Gran Caribe Center.
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you attend a school that has been independently evaluated for educational quality.
D'Mart Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), holds a license to operate from the Junta de Instituciones Postsecundarias (JIP) of Puerto Rico, and is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for federal financial aid.
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide