More Than A School
Your Beautiful Future
Why Us
Program & Training Experience
Salon-Based Learning with Real Clients
Students train in our student salon (clinic), working with real clients under licensed instructor supervision. This experience helps students build skill, speed, communication, and confidence in a true salon setting.
Comprehensive Cosmetology Education
Our cosmetology program offers well-rounded training in today’s most in-demand services, including Haircutting and Styling, Color and Chemical Services, Texture care, Nails, Makeup, Lashes and Brow services.
The curriculum supports Maryland State Board preparation while reflecting current salon trends and professional expectations.
Elite Brand-Based Training
We partner with trusted industry education brands to enhance learning and professional exposure. Students train with Pivot Point, Wella Professionals, OPI, MUD Makeup Designory, Dermalogica, Sugarlash PRO, and Brow Code.
Outcomes & Career Readiness
Career-Focused Skills Beyond Technique
Success in today’s beauty industry takes more than technique. At Aspen Beauty Academy, students build the habits that drive results—professionalism, confidence, client care, consistency, and time management—along with real client experience and strong hands-on skills for entry-level employment.
State Board Preparation & Career Readiness
Students prepare for the Maryland State Board through structured instruction, hands-on training, and mock testing throughout the program. With a long-standing history of strong licensure success, we help graduates feel ready to test, ready to work, and ready to move forward.
Salon-Ready Results at Graduation
By graduation, students are prepared to sit for the Maryland State Board exam, confidently deliver complete services on real clients, manage time and service flow to professional standards, and enter the industry ready for entry-level employment with a strong foundation for long-term success.
Support, Mindset & Culture
Mindset, Wellness & Professional Success
Students gain access to The Vitality Project™, a nationally recognized wellness and leadership program created by Elizabeth Faye. It supports the mental, emotional, and professional well-being of beauty professionals.
🌿 Aspen Beauty Academy is the first—and currently the only—cosmetology school in Maryland to offer this program.
Inclusive & Supportive Learning Environment
Aspen Beauty Academy is committed to inclusive education, preparing students to work confidently with all hair types, textures, and skin tones. Students learn in a welcoming, respectful setting where every individual is supported and encouraged to grow.
Accessibility: Schedule & Financial Options
Flexible Scheduling Designed for Real Life
We offer flexible day and evening schedules—no weekends—so students can balance school with work and family. Options include 4- or 5-day daytime schedules and evening schedules. Our admissions team can help you choose the schedule that best fits your goals and availability.
Affordable Tuition & Financial Options
We believe your future in beauty should feel achievable and clearly planned. Financial assistance may include federal aid (FAFSA), Tolbert Grants, scholarships, veterans’ benefits, and interest-free payment plans, depending on eligibility. Our financial aid team will help you understand costs, complete steps like FAFSA, and choose an option that fits your budget with confidence.
Whether your passion is hairstyling, skincare, makeup, lashes, brows, or nails, Aspen Beauty Academy provides hands-on training, professional experience, and career-focused education designed to support your goals.
