Admissions

Admission Requirements

It is the policy of the Imbue University of Beauty School that it does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, ethnic or national origin, or religion in its’ admission and other practice, policies or procedures.

Cosmetology Course Overview

Prospective students for the Cosmetology course must meet the following requirements to be admitted:


  • Have a high school diploma, transcript, or its equivalent as evidenced by any of the items on the following non-exhaustive list: copy of diploma, copy of GED certificate, copy of transcript showing high school completion, copy of state authorized examination that the State of California recognizes as the equivalent of a high school diploma or is at least 16 years of age.


  • If enrolled under a training agreement with a government agency, school district, and/ or other entity, the student meets the admission requirements set out in the training agreement and/ or applicable state licensing or certification regulations;


  • Is beyond the age of compulsory school attendance upon admission;


  • Has completed homeschooling at the secondary level as defined by state law and provide secondary school completion credential


  • Have a Driver’s License or State Identification


  • Have a Social Security Card



  • All foreign high school diplomas MUST BE translated into English and confirm academic equivalence to a U.S. high school diploma by an outside agency.

Cosmetology Teacher Course

  • Prospective students for either Teacher Training course must meet the following requirements to be admitted:
  • Have a high school diploma, transcript, or its equivalent as evidenced by any of the items on the following non-exhaustive list: copy of diploma, copy of GED certificate, copy of transcript showing high school completion, copy of state authorized examination that the State of California recognizes as the equivalent of a high school diploma;
  • Has completed homeschooling at the secondary level as defined by state law and provide secondary school completion credential;
  • Is at least 18 years of age;
  • Possess a valid California Cosmetology license;
  • Have a Driver’s License or State Identification;
  • Have a Social Security Card;
  • All foreign high school diplomas MUST BE translated into English and confirm academic equivalence to a U.S. high school diploma by an outside agency.

All Prospective Students

  • Attend a conference with the School Director, which includes a tour of our facilities.
  • Complete an application for admission.
  • Pay the $100.00 enrollment fee, which is refunded if the applicant is rejected.
  • Provide the following documents:
  • Driver’s License or State I.D.
  • Social Security
  • Proof of education (High School Diploma, transcript, or GED)
  • Transfers and Re-enrollees


Students to be credited with completing a portion of the course will be charged the current hourly fee for hours needed to be completed, plus the fee for equipment/books (if needed), and an enrollment fee of $100. Former students who did not complete their course or transfers from another school may re-enroll, however, and initial deposit of $500.00 may be required, regardless of the student’s prior payment history. The deposit requirement for re-enrollees and transfers is at the discretion of the school. In addition, transfers and re-enrollees must meet all other admission requirements for the course as well. The maximum hours accepted from a transfer student for a Cosmetology course is 1500 hours.


No transfer hours are accepted for Cosmetology Teacher.

Why Choose Imbue University?

  • Flexible Schedules to Fit Your Lifestyle.
  • Hands-on Training in a Student-Run Salon.
  • Expert Instructors With Real-World Industry Experience.
  • Comprehensive Preparation for Licensing Exams.

Ready to Get Started?

Take the first step toward a bright future in cosmetology! Check admission requirements and apply today.

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