The Award-Winning Beauty School in the Bronx NYC

Absolutely. New York City has one of the most active beauty markets in the world. A cosmetology license from an accredited, award-winning school like Brittany gives you the credentials to work in any salon in NYC. Licensed cosmetologists in this city earn competitive wages, and many go on to build their own clientele or open their own businesses.

The Hairdressing and Cosmetology program at Brittany requires 1,000 hours of training. Full-time students who attend around 31 hours per week typically complete the program in 7 to 8 months. Part-time students attending about 12 hours per week usually finish in 18 to 20 months.

Yes. Brittany Beauty Academy offers its Hairdressing and Cosmetology program and its Esthetics program fully in Spanish at the Bronx campus. Most of our staff are bilingual, and the entire experience — from admissions through graduation — can be conducted in Spanish.

No prior experience is required. The cosmetology program is designed to take you from complete beginner to licensed professional. You need to be at least 17 years old and hold a high school diploma or GED — or be actively working toward one. Your enthusiasm for beauty is all the experience you need to start.

After finishing the 1,000-hour program, you are eligible to sit for the New York State Cosmetology Licensing Exam. Passing the exam earns you your New York State cosmetology license, which allows you to work legally as a cosmetologist anywhere in NYC and throughout the state.

Yes. Many of our Bronx students work while enrolled. Our flexible schedule options — including evening classes and part-time attendance — make it possible to balance work, family and school. Attending as few as 12 hours per week still allows you to complete the full program at your own pace.

Yes. Financial aid is available to qualifying students at Brittany Beauty Academy. Depending on your situation, you may be eligible for federal grants, student loans or other assistance programs. Contact our financial aid team for a free, no-obligation conversation about your options.

Yes. Our student-run salon is open to the public and offers hair, skin and nail services at accessible prices. As a student, you practice real services on real clients under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor. That hands-on experience is one of the key reasons our graduates are so well prepared when they enter the workforce.

You need to be at least 17 years old and have a high school diploma or GED — or be working toward one. No prior beauty training is required. Our program takes you from beginner to licensed professional, so the starting point is just the decision to begin.

Call us at 718-220-0400, complete the contact form on our website, or walk into our campus at 210 E 188th Street, 2nd Floor, Bronx, NYC 10458. You can also take a virtual tour online from wherever you are. Our team will schedule a visit at a time that works for you — with no pressure and no obligation.