Scholarships & Opportunities

Supporting your entire career journey from applying for Scholarships and connecting with mentors to keeping your skills current with advanced education and inspiring the next generation of talent

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Applying for a Scholarship or Program

Awarding over $500,000 in scholarships each year, there is a resource for every future beauty professional. View all open opportunities and start your application journey today.

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Connecting with Mentors

Mentorship Matters is a program dedicated to strengthening the confidence and skill set of licensed beauty professionals looking to advance their career.

Check out the Mentor Opportunities

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Develop Skills with Advanced Education

True professionals never stop learning. Our advanced education opportunities support licensed pros looking to stay at the top of their game.

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Entrepreneurial Resources

The Worth-Up Alliance serves beauty entrepreneurs ready to take the next step in their career. Learn about these grants and opportunities for the business minded beauty pro!

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Beauty Changes Lives Opportunities

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Spring Scholarship Season Opens March 1st 68 Days Left!
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Barbering
Cosmetology
Scholarship
UP TO $ 6,500

The Jerry Alexander Gorman Foundation “The Passion to Succeed” Scholarship

Funded by:
The Jerry Alexander Gorman Foundation

Details:
1 Scholarship Available

The Jerry Alexander Gorman Foundation “The Passion to Succeed” Scholarship
Cosmetology
Esthetics
Scholarship
UP TO $ 3,000

European Wax Center “Experts in Wax” Cosmetology/Esthetics

Details:
4 Scholarships Available

European Wax Center “Experts in Wax” Cosmetology/Esthetics
Cosmetology
Esthetics
Scholarship
UP TO $ 2,500

Sugarlash Pro Lash Mastery Cosmetology / Esthetics Student Scholarship / Partner School Bonus

Funded by:

Details:
1 Scholarship Available

$1500/additional $1000 if program is from a partner school

Sugarlash Pro Lash Mastery Cosmetology / Esthetics Student Scholarship / Partner School Bonus
Esthetics
Scholarship
UP TO $ 5,000

PCA Skin: “Diversity in Esthetics” Student (PCA Partner)

Funded by:

Details:

2 Scholarships Available

up to $5,000

PCA Skin: “Diversity in Esthetics” Student (PCA Partner)
Esthetics
Scholarship
UP TO $ 5,000

Dermalogica Future Industry Professionals Esthetics (BIPOC)

Funded by:

Details:
1 Scholarship Available

Dermalogica Future Industry Professionals Esthetics (BIPOC)
Esthetics
Scholarship
UP TO $ 5,000

Circadia – Sage Michaela Lucas “Timing is Everything” Esthetics

Funded by:

Details:
2 Scholarships Available

Circadia – Sage Michaela Lucas “Timing is Everything” Esthetics
Esthetics
Nail Technology
Scholarship
UP TO $ 3,500

The Jerry Alexander Gorman Foundation “The Passion to Succeed” Scholarship

Funded by:
The Jerry Alexander Gorman Foundation

Details:
2 Scholarships Available

The Jerry Alexander Gorman Foundation “The Passion to Succeed” Scholarship
Cosmetology
Scholarship
UP TO $ 5,000

L’Oréal Pro “Inspiration Through Education” Scholarship

Funded by:

Details:

1 Scholarship Available

L’Oréal Pro “Inspiration Through Education” Scholarship
Cosmetology
Scholarship
UP TO $ 5,000

Kristin Ess Hair Female Hairstylist Cosmetology Scholarship

Funded by:

Details:
2 Scholarships Available

Kristin Ess Hair Female Hairstylist Cosmetology Scholarship
Cosmetology
Scholarship
UP TO $ 5,000

Mizani “Empowering Diversity” Student Cosmetology Scholarship

Funded by: Mizani

Details:

1 Scholarship Available

Mizani “Empowering Diversity” Student Cosmetology Scholarship
Barbering
Cosmetology
Scholarship
UP TO $ 7,500

The Leo Passage “Dare to Lead” Student Scholarship

Funded by: Pivot Point International & The Leo Passage Endowment Fund

Details:

2 Scholarships Available

The Leo Passage “Dare to Lead” Student Scholarship
Advanced Education
Licensed Instructor
Scholarship
UP TO $ 2,500

The Leo Passage “Pass it On” Educator Scholarship

Funded by: Pivot Point International & The Leo Passage Endowment Fund

Details:

2 Scholarships Available

The Leo Passage “Pass it On” Educator Scholarship

Scholarship Application Tips

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Steps to Success

  • Review our video application tips PDF here!
  • Review past winners’ scholarship videos below.
  • Review our Judges’ Rubric so you know what you’ll be scored on!
  • Make sure your application has your “proof of enrollment” if you’re a 
student or “proof of licensure” if you’re a professional.
  • Review our Frequently Asked Questions if you need assistance or 
more information on the application process.

Recent Scholarship Winners

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After reviewing the final selections for our 6 scholarship awards, I had to tell you WOW! Beauty Changes Lives has made giving back to our industry so easy! My entire team at amika were in tears as we recapped our insights from the program. I’m so happy that amika is supporting Beauty Changes Lives and is part of the MOVEMENT!

Reuben Carranza
CEO, amika

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