Scholarships

The Arnold M. Miller Find-A-Way Student Scholarship

Application Deadline: August 31, 2022

Arnie Miller had a Find-A-Way Attitude in business and his life. Whatever the challenge, he always found a way to make it happen! “Can’t do” wasn’t in his vocabulary. If you have a “Find-A-Way Attitude” in your life and career, this is the scholarship for you.

Scholarship: One (1) winner will be awarded up to $15,000 towards program tuition.

Qualifications: This Scholarship is open to new and current students. Students must provide proof of acceptance and/or proof of attendance at an accredited beauty school. Students must be accepted or currently enrolled in a program to qualify for these scholarships.

The Sydell L. Miller Total Image Esthetics Student Scholarship

Application Deadline: August 31, 2022

Sydell was the first beauty industry executive to believe “beauty doesn’t stop at the hairline.” Her Total Image Consulting Program was the Salon Owner’s guide to success in professional esthetics. If you believe in “Total Image” beauty and love skincare and cosmetics this is the scholarship category for you.

Scholarship: Two (2) Winners will be awarded up to $7,500 towards program tuition.

Qualifications: This scholarship is open to new and current students. Students must provide proof of acceptance and/or proof of attendance at an accredited beauty school.

The Sydell & Arnold Miller Family Art of Hairdressing Student Scholarship

Application Deadline: August 31, 2022

Do you love the art of dressing hair? The “Art of Hairdressing” is an artistic scholarship offered this year. If you enjoy bridal, prom styling or special occasion hair, show our judges your favorite 3 looks for an opportunity to win this scholarship.

Scholarship: One (1) Tuition Scholarship, up to $5,000.

Qualifications:

• This Scholarship is open to new and current students.
• Students must provide proof of acceptance and/or proof of attendance at an accredited beauty school.
• Students must be accepted or currently enrolled in a program to qualify for this scholarship.

THE JERRY ALEXANDER GORMAN FOUNDATION “THE PASSION TO SUCCEED” STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP ALL DISCIPLINES

Application Deadline: August 31, 2022

Award Amount | # of Recipients:

Three (3) $3,300 Scholarships – Summer 2022

Scholarships will be awarded during the Summer 2022 season open from June 1 – August 31, 2022.

Applicant Qualifications:

The Jerry Alexander Gorman Foundation “The Passion to Succeed” Student Scholarship is open to newly accepted or currently enrolled students in a cosmetology, barbering, hair design, esthetics or nail technology program at an accredited school or institution leading to licensure in the U.S.

The applicant must be eighteen (18) years of age or older by the start date of the program at the accredited school or institution.

Application Requirements:

1. Complete online application and submit proof of enrollment / acceptance in a cosmetology, barbering, hair design, esthetics or nail technology program at an accredited school or institution. You must upload either an enrollment document, official acceptance letter, or progress report from your school.

2. Submit a 3-minute maximum YouTube video with a public link answering the following questions:

• Jerry Gorman had a passion for the industry, and he overcame many obstacles to make his dream a reality. What obstacles have you faced on your journey?
• Why do you want to make a career in the professional beauty industry? What part of the industry drives your passion? What made you choose this profession?
• What financial constraints have affected your ability to follow your dream? How will this scholarship be beneficial to your success?

European Wax Center – Experts in Wax Scholarship

Application Deadline: August 31, 2022

Award Amount | # of Recipients:$9,000 total awards for Summer 2022 | $3,000 x 3 Recipients

Applications are open from June 1 – August 31, 2022

Application Requirements

Complete online application and submit proof of enrollment for a cosmetology or esthetics program by uploading your: acceptance letter, progress report, or official letter from your school.

Upload two (2) photos of your work showcasing a before-and-after transformation of a brow service.

Submit a 3-minute (maximum length) YouTube video with a public link answering the following questions:

a) What does being an “expert” mean to you when it comes to your career?

b) Tell us about the moment when you were certain that a career in esthetics or cosmetology was your calling. What challenges did you overcome to get here?

c) How will receiving this scholarship impact your life?