Cosmetology

Texas (DFW & other campuses):

• Fast Track (7 hours per day, Monday through Friday) — Morning + Afternoon 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (break 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm) OR Evening + Afternoon 1:30 pm to 9:30 pm (break 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm). Approximate completion: 7 months.
• Part Time (3.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday) — Morning 9:00 am to 12:30 pm OR Evening 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm. Approximate completion: 14 months.

Georgia (Atlanta — Lee + White):

• Fast Track (Monday through Friday, all phases @ 35 hours per week) — Morning + Afternoon 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (break 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm) OR Evening + Afternoon 1:30 pm to 9:30 pm (break 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm). Approximate completion: 10 months.
• Part-time (Monday through Friday, all phases @ 17.5 hours per week) — Morning 9:00 am to 12:30 pm OR Evening 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm. Approximate completion: 20 months.

Start dates are offered throughout 2026 and may vary by location. Cosmetology Hybrid enrollments in Georgia available June 15, 2026.

Texas — 1000 Clock Hours

• 700 hours — Theory and related practice: anatomy and physiology; diseases and disorders of the skin, scalp, hair and nails; chemistry (haircoloring, chemical waving, and relaxing); bacteriology, sterilization and sanitation, health, safety, first aid, laws and rules; tools and equipment; hair care and related theory; business skills and establishment management; skin care and related theory; hair removal; nail care and related theory; electricity; haircutting; hairstyling; hair and scalp treatments, scalp massage; hairweaving, extensions; chemical textures and applications; face and neck massage and treatments; facial hair removal; manicuring; waxing and removing body hair; customer service and professional ethics; makeup; pedicuring; artificial nails.
• 300 hours — Specialty Practice and related theory: eyelash semi-permanent extensions; advanced hair care and advanced chemical services; and related practices.

Georgia — 1500 Clock Hours

Level 1 Instruction (pre-clinical) — Theory Hours:

• 40 hours — Chemistry; Cleansing and disinfection; EPA; OSHA, infection control standards; blood spill procedures, AIDS; HIV; and communicable diseases.
• 45 hours — Permanent Waving: the chemistry of permanent wave solution and its reaction; the chemistry of relaxers and their reactions; and the principles of permanent wave rod placement.
• 45 hours — Hair Coloring: the chemistry of color; principles of color application; and the chemical reaction of hair color.
• 20 hours — Hair and Scalp Treatments and Conditioning; hair analysis; scalp condition; and treatments.
• 25 hours — Hair Cutting; proper handling and care of instruments.
• 15 hours — Shampooing; proper procedure of shampooing; knowledge of shampooing formulas; and water temperature.
• 35 hours — Hairdressing / Hairstyling: 20 hours training on mannequins and 15 hours on live models (without compensation).
• 25 hours — Nail Care and Skin Care; 10 hours of concepts and principles of nail care procedures and correct handling of instruments and 15 hours of concepts and principles of skin care procedures and techniques.

Level 2 Instruction — Theory Hours:

• 100 hours — Cleansing and disinfecting; physiology; electricity; safety precautions; chemistry of beauty products, actions/reactions, and the composition of tints, dyes and bleaches; salesmanship; telephone etiquette; and salon deportment; consisting of courtesy, neatness and professional attitude in meeting the public.
• 50 hours — Social skills, reception or desk work, art and ethics, State Board of Cosmetology Laws and Rules.

Level 2 Instruction — Clinical Hours & Applications:

• 50 hours — Practical training in preparing germicidal solutions, shampoos, tint and bleaches; and practical training in washing and sanitizing all equipment in the beauty salon.
• 255 hours (170 applications) — Hairdressing, Shampoo and Comb-out to include shampoos, comprising dry, soap-free, oil and reconditioning; wet curls, thermo-curling, blow drying, hair styles, comb outs and all types of pressing; hot combs.
• 124.50 hours (166 applications) — Hair Cutting and Shaping.
• 150 hours (50 applications) — Permanent Waving.
• 139 hours (80 applications) — Chemical Hair Relaxing (virgin application and chemical retouch).
• 155 hours (155 applications) — Hair Coloring and Hair Lightening (temporary rinses and semi-permanent color; virgin color; color retouches; hair bleaching and lightening; virgin hair lightening; retouch hair lightening; foiling techniques and placement; predisposition tests; color removal).
• 49 hours (49 applications) — Scalp and Hair Treatment to include brushing and manipulations, corrective treatments, and reconditioning treatments.
• 52.5 hours (52.5 applications) — Facial Treatment, Make-up, and Hair Removal (facial treatments; make-up applications; brow and lash tint).
• 30 hours (30 applications) — Hair Removal (lip, chin, and face by tweezing, waxing, threading; brow tweezing; brow waxing).
• 5 hours (10 applications) — Sanitizing and Disinfection of Tools, Implements, and Equipment.
• 90 hours (90 applications) — Manicures, Pedicures, and Nail Sculpting (manicures with hand and forearm massage; pedicures with foot and leg massage; nail sculpting).

Additional costs not included in tuition (Texas): State Written Licensure Exam fee per attempt; State Practical Licensure Exam fee per attempt; and Cosmetology State Licensure Application fee.

Additional costs not included in tuition (Georgia): Master Cosmetologist State Written Exam fee per attempt; State Practical Exam fee per attempt; Application for Licensure by Exam fee; and paper/online application processing fees.

Students are required to purchase additional consumable items while in school at an estimated cost of $50.00. Required items vary by course and remain property of the student. Students in hybrid courses must have access to high-speed internet and a device on which to attend scheduled hours via distance education.

Financial Assistance Programs

Ogle School provides financing plans for students who wish to pay on a payment plan. Ogle School will assist students in developing financial plans to pay for their education through United States Department of Education's Federal Student Financial Assistance Programs (Title IV funding), Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) and Veterans Education Benefit. The Financial Planning staff will assist students in developing financial plans to pay for their education through a combination of student/family contributions and financial assistance, if eligible.

In Georgia, Ogle School will assist students through Title IV funding, with intent to seek approval from the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA).

Payment Agreement

All payments are the responsibility of the student and are payable as stated on the Student Account Payment Contract. Students may be required to make monthly payments while attending school. Payment amounts are based upon the course in which the student is enrolled. Any change in financial situations which may affect a student's ability to make scheduled payments must be discussed with the Financial Planner. Payment options accepted are MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express and must be made online.

Scholarship & Fee Waivers

Ogle School reserves the right to offer scholarships and waive fees to eligible students.

Scholarships/Grants

Presidential Scholarship, Beautiful Futures Scholarship, Rising Star Scholarship, and Ogle Elite Scholarship.

Total program tuition is $15,700 (tuition only; any fees billed separately).

Career Services

Campus Administrators and Ogle School Career Readiness Coach play a key role in helping students achieve their goals by connecting with outstanding career opportunities. Ogle School representatives engage with students, salons, licensed Cosmetologists, and others in the beauty industry to build strong relationships and create career opportunities. Additionally, they establish and build employer relations for Ogle Schools. This includes maintaining a working relationship with employers to promote and enhance the visibility and effectiveness of Ogle School which ultimately enhances employment opportunities for students.

Coaching

Ogle School's Student Success Coach offers personalized one-on-one support to help you overcome challenges, stay on track, and graduate on time with a strong foundation for your career and personal growth.

Graduate Employment Assistance

Ogle School offers academic and graduate employment services to students. Ogle School does not guarantee employment; the beauty industry has an on-going need for well-trained professionals. Ogle School is often contacted by salons, spas and manufacturers wishing to interview graduates regarding employment opportunities.

Campuses/Facilities

Each campus features separate classrooms, clinic areas, dispensary, retail, reception areas and offices for advisement. They are equipped with audio-visual equipment, library containing basic and advanced materials, client waiting areas, shampoo facilities and student work stations. Each student is provided with an ability to secure and hold the student's equipment and supplies.

Training Overview

Ogle School makes comparisons between the content of our courses and the needs and demands of business and the cosmetology industry by monitoring feedback from regulatory agencies and our Advisory Committee.

Training Breakdown

Course training is broken down in 3 parts:

• Discovery – Basic training through classroom theory, mannequin & live model practice with emphasis on procedure, skill development, client relations, and sales & marketing techniques.
• Skill Development – Continuing education through clinic activities, classroom theory, mannequin & live model practice with the objective being skill development, client satisfaction, salon operations, time management, communication, and people skills.
• Career Readiness – Refining skills for job readiness & career placement focusing on client relations, technical competency, time efficiency, and sales & marketing techniques.

Physical Demands

Cosmetologists, Estheticians, Barbers, and industry Instructors can expect to stand for long periods. Since so many of their activities involve the use of arms and hands, professionals should take steps to ensure proper physical conditioning and rest periods. Additionally, career beauty industry professionals may find it necessary to work long hours, sometimes missing breaks, and meals. It is not unusual for individuals working in the beauty industry to work more than 8 hours a day and/or more than 5 days a week – although these are the exceptions rather than the rule.