4 Cosmetologists_How did YOU pay for it?

[bee]

I am about to enter a Master's program to become a certified teacher. Somehow, I feel like I missed my calling as a cosmetologist. I have already racked up a CONSIDERABLE amount of student loans as an undergrad. I live on campus at my current school and moving would be an expense, I can't see being able to afford right now. The Master's program is full-time and meets during the day. I could swing evening classes in beauty school but I don't know how I would pay for it.

Any suggestions?

 

[tada1]

some schools offer scholarships. depending on your location and background (read: New York) you MAY find some schools or salons that will offer financial assistance.

I wish you all the best!

ETA: sorry i just read the subject line again. I personally havent gone through cosmetology school, but i see it somewhere in my future. I hope you still find the advice useful tho

 

[aja1121]

I lucked up, I did it in high school, just in case I got the urge later in life. They do offer scholarships though.

 

[charmtreese]

Im going back to cosmetology school. Empire Beauty is about 20k, they do financial aid, so Im just tacking this on to the student loan debt I already owe the gov.

 

[balisi]

I had to take out student loans to pursue my passion.

 

[Afro-Indi]

I am about to enter a Master's program to become a certified teacher. Somehow, I feel like I missed my calling as a cosmetologist. I have already racked up a CONSIDERABLE amount of student loans as an undergrad. I live on campus at my current school and moving would be an expense, I can't see being able to afford right now. The Master's program is full-time and meets during the day. I could swing evening classes in beauty school but I don't know how I would pay for it.

Any suggestions?

I'm actually on the flip side of this; I'm a cosmetologist, but now pursuring a Master's.

I did it during my senior year in high school, so my parents only had to pay for the kit.
I know that doesn't help
But I agree with the above; there certainly should be scholarships and financial aid available.
One thing's for sure, you won't be out of as much money going to school for cosmo. as you will getting a Master's!
Good luck in your decision.