Admissions
1. Complete the Application Form. Complete and submit the application form to the school prior to registration. All forms may be obtained by requesting them from Barber Hussle the School.
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2. Pay the Application Fee. Action will not be taken on admission or any student loan application until an application fee of $100 .00 is received. Please submit the fee in the form of a check or money order, payable to Paul Mitchell the School - Pasadena. This fee is not included in the cost of tuition. In extraordinary circumstances, the school may waive the application fee for students that transfer from a school that has suddenly closed without notice. In extraordinary circumstances, the school may waive the application fee for students that transfer from a school that has suddenly closed without notice.
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3. Submit Two (2) Photos. The photos should be a recent (not over 60 days) head and shoulder shot of the applicant.
4. Entrance Essay. The essay should include the applicant’s accomplishments and career goals.
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5. Personal Interview. Applicant must complete a personal interview with the admission’s team prior to registration.
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6. Provide Verification Documents. a. Identification (provide only one): Copies of a passport, a government-issued identification, a driver’s license, or a birth certificate are required. b. Education (provide only one): Copies of a standard high school diploma*, high school transcripts**, an academic transcript of a student who has successfully completed at least a two-year program that is acceptable for full credit towards a bachelor’s degree or High School Equivalency diploma or official High School Equivalency diploma test scores.
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7. Dual License. Students that have their Minnesota cosmetology license or have completed the 1600 hours in cosmetology and would like to enroll in the barbering program must submit a copy of their official transcript. Students that have their Minnesota barbering license or have completed 1500 hours in barbering and would like to enroll in the cosmetology program must submit a copy of their official transcript.
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8. Aptitude Exam. Applicants must pass the school’s aptitude exam prior to enrollment, demonstrating the student is proficient in the English language.
Acceptance
Following the completion of the enrollment application process, the enrollment staff and director assess each candidate and his or her requisite admissions papers, including the written entrance essay and personal interview, to decide acceptance. The applicant is notified in writing of acceptance or denial following the decision of the enrollment team and director. Note: All candidates, including re-entry students (withdrawals) and transfer students, must complete the whole enrollment application procedure (described in the enrollment application).