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Dermalogica Future Industry Professionals Esthetics Scholarship
Esthetics students. Video application with proof of enrollment.
Fall season: Sept 1 – Oct 31, 2026.
Cosmetology & Barbering scholarships
7 verified scholarships for cosmetology, barbering, esthetics and nail-tech students, sorted by deadline. The earliest deadline is Oct 31, 2026 (Dermalogica Future Industry Professionals Esthetics Scholarship) and the latest is Oct 31, 2026. General trade awards that cover cosmetology & barbering programs are included. Always confirm on the official site.
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K18 Future of Hair Scholarship
Cosmetology students. Video application with proof of enrollment.
Fall season: Sept 1 – Oct 31.
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L'Oréal PPD “Inspiration Through Education” Scholarship
Cosmetology students. Video application with proof of enrollment.
Fall season: Sept 1 – Oct 31, 2026.
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Redken x Sam Villa “Elevate the Craft” Scholarship
Cosmetology students. Video application with proof of enrollment.
Fall season: Sept 1 – Oct 31.
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The Leo Passage “Dare to Lead” Student Scholarship
Cosmetology and barbering students. Video application with proof of enrollment.
Fall season: Sept 1 – Oct 31, 2026.
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Work Ethic Scholarship Program
U.S. citizens who are high school seniors or graduates enrolling in an approved skilled-trade program of two years or less at an accredited school (welding, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, construction, automotive, diesel, aviation, commercial driving, LPN/associate nursing, cosmetology and more). Must sign the S.W.E.A.T. Pledge and submit a video.
Awarded four times a year (deadlines Apr 30, Jun 30, Aug 30, Oct 31). If you miss one, apply for the next round.
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“The Passion to Succeed” Cosmetology Scholarship
Cosmetology, hair design or barbering students enrolled in (or accepted to) a licensure program. Video application with proof of enrollment.
Fall season: applications accepted Sept 1 – Oct 31, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What scholarships are there for cosmetology & barbering students?
Our verified list includes: Dermalogica Future Industry Professionals Esthetics Scholarship, K18 Future of Hair Scholarship, L'Oréal PPD “Inspiration Through Education” Scholarship, Redken x Sam Villa “Elevate the Craft” Scholarship, The Leo Passage “Dare to Lead” Student Scholarship, Work Ethic Scholarship Program, “The Passion to Succeed” Cosmetology Scholarship.
Does the Pell Grant pay for trade school?
Often yes. Pell can be used at accredited career and technical schools and community colleges that take part in federal student aid, for eligible certificate and diploma programs. Starting in 2026, Workforce Pell can also cover approved short programs of 8–15 weeks. Start with the FAFSA. See the guide.
What is the biggest trade school scholarship?
The mikeroweWORKS Work Ethic Scholarship pays $500 to $34,000 and runs four rounds a year. The Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship awards 300 scholarships of $2,500 each, and many trade associations (AWS for welding, PHCC for plumbing and HVAC, IEC for electrical) run their own programs.
How often is this list updated?
Every week. Each official page is re-checked automatically, changed entries are reviewed, and passed deadlines disappear. Last update: Oct 15, 2026.