Brittany Beauty Academy — Three-Time Winner of the Best of the Bronx Award for Best Beauty School — 2023, 2024 and 2025
If you’re looking for a cosmetology school near Morris Heights NYC, you don’t have to go far. Brittany Beauty Academy is located just minutes away in the Fordham neighborhood of the Bronx — and we’ve been voted Best Beauty School in the Bronx three consecutive years: 2023, 2024 and 2025.
We offer accredited programs in cosmetology, esthetics, waxing, nail technology and more — with financial aid available for students who qualify. Whether you’re 17 years old and just getting started or looking for a career change, our programs are designed for real people with real lives in Morris Heights and across NYC.
Morris Heights is one of the most vibrant and community-driven neighborhoods in all of NYC. It deserves a beauty school that matches that energy. Brittany Beauty Academy has served this community for over 50 years, training thousands of students from Morris Heights, the Bronx and across NYC as licensed beauty professionals.
We’re not just a school that happens to be close to Morris Heights. We’re part of your world — and we take that responsibility seriously.
Brittany Beauty Academy has won the Best of the Bronx Award for Best Beauty School three years in a row — 2023, 2024 and 2025. This is not a panel decision. It is voted on by the people of the Bronx: real community members who have seen the results our school produces.
Winning three consecutive years reflects the consistency of our programs, the dedication of our instructors and the trust this community places in us. We take that recognition seriously — and we earn it every single day.
Theory gets you to the exam. Practice builds your career. At Brittany Beauty Academy’s Bronx campus, every student gets real experience in our fully equipped student salon and spa — open to the public and serving real clients every day.
We offer a full range of accredited beauty programs at our Bronx campus. Each program is designed to give students aged 17 and up the skills, credentials and confidence to build a real career in NYC’s beauty industry.
When you enroll at Brittany Beauty Academy, you receive a complete professional student kit. Everything you need to participate in class and practice at home is included — mannequins, scissors, combs, brushes, color application tools, skincare products, nail care supplies and your course textbooks. Your kit is yours to keep.
Getting your license from an accredited, award-winning beauty school near Morris Heights NYC gives you real options in one of the most active beauty markets in the world. NYC has thousands of salons, spas and beauty businesses — and they’re always hiring. Career paths available after graduation include:
Many graduates of our Bronx campus go on to build thriving careers and businesses right in their own neighborhood. Your community already knows you — your license gives you the credential to serve it professionally.
Whether you are a recent high school graduate, a working adult looking for a change, or someone who has always had a passion for beauty — there is a place for you here.
Our Bronx campus is located at 210 E 188th Street, 2nd Floor — in the Fordham neighborhood of the Bronx. It is easily accessible from Morris Heights via subway lines. The commute is typically under 30 minutes.
Our Bronx campus offers Hairdressing & Cosmetology (English and Spanish), Esthetics (English and Spanish), Nail Technology, Waxing and a Cosmetology Refresher program. Our advisors can help you choose the right one based on your goals, available time and financial situation.
Yes. Financial aid is available for students who qualify at our Bronx campus. We participate in federal financial aid programs that can significantly reduce your cost of attendance. Talk to our financial aid team — the conversation is free, bilingual and with no obligation.
You need to be at least 17 years old to enroll at Brittany Beauty Academy. You also need a high school diploma or GED, or be actively working toward one. No prior beauty experience is required.
Yes. Many students from Morris Heights and surrounding areas work full-time while completing their beauty programs. Our evening classes run until 10:00 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can attend as few as 12 hours per week and complete the full program on a schedule that works for you.
Yes. Both our Hairdressing & Cosmetology program and our Esthetics program are fully available in Spanish at our Bronx campus. Most of our staff is bilingual and our instructors provide full support to Spanish-speaking students throughout the program.
Cosmetology is a broad license covering hair, skin, nails and chemical services — giving you the widest range of career options. Esthetics focuses specifically on skincare, facials and related services. If you’re unsure which path is right for you, our admissions advisors will help you decide based on your interests and career goals.
Call us at 718-220-0400, complete our online contact form or visit the campus at 210 E 188th Street, 2nd Floor, Bronx, NYC 10458. You can also book a service at our student salon — it’s a great way to experience the school firsthand while receiving quality treatment at student prices. A virtual tour is also available online.
Brittany Beauty Academy is the only beauty school that has won the Best of the Bronx Award for Best Beauty School three consecutive years — 2023, 2024 and 2025. We are fully accredited, offer programs in English and Spanish, provide federal financial aid for students who qualify and have over 50 years of experience training licensed beauty professionals in NYC.
Your beauty career begins with one decision — choosing the right school. Brittany Beauty Academy is the three-time award-winning cosmetology school near Morris Heights NYC that gives you the programs, the support, the financial aid and the community to make it happen.
Spots fill fast. Call us today at 718-220-0400, complete our online enrollment form or visit us at 210 E 188th Street, 2nd Floor, Bronx, NYC 10458. Our bilingual team is ready to walk you through everything — in English or in Spanish.
Award-Winning. Accredited. Close to Morris Heights. Your future starts here.
210 E 188 St, 2nd Fl.
Bronx, NY 10458
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Monday: 9 AM–10 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM–10 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM–4 PM
Thursday: 9 AM–10 PM
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