University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology – Learn Today & Earn Tomorrow

Aesthetics

Learning facials.

Cosmetology

Future professionals learning on a busy day.

Alumni

Make friends for life!

Classes are Fun!

Classroom activities help you build your career’s foundation.

The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology. We can help you with your career in cosmetology or aesthetics.

Cosmetology (DG Campus Only)

Become an Illinois licensed cosmetologist. You will learn hair-styling, color, make-up, skincare, & nail technology.

Aesthetics

Become an Illinois licensed aesthetician. You will learn skincare, waxing, make-up, & more.

Instructor Programs

Become a licensed cosmetology instructor (cosmetology license required) or become a licensed aesthetics instructor (aesthetics license required).

Want to know more about our campus, our programs, schedules, financial aid, or something else? We’re here for you. Let’s schedule a call, a video chat, or even better-come in for a tour.

Our Partners in Your Education

Redken

We are a Redken Premier School. We are proud to be a partner with Redken.

Aesthe Skin Care

Aesthe Skin Care is the premier skin care line for professional aestheticians & their clients. We are proud to be an Aesthe Partner School.

CIMA

CIMA by Milady is a leader in education & in education technology. We are excited to be leveraging with CIMA.

Associated Hair Professionals

Each of our Cosmetology Students gets a 1-year membership with Associated Hair Professionals! Membership includes insurance, online tools, education, videos, & much, much more.

Associated Skin Care Professionals

Each of our Aesthetics Students get a 1-year membership with Associated Skin Care Professionals! Membership includes insurance, online tools, education, videos, & much, much more.

OPI

We teach with OPI & use OPI in our school.

Marianna Beauty Supply

Marianna Beauty Supply is our partner in student supplies, dispensary, & education support.

Wahl

We are proud to use Wahl Professional Products located in Sterling, IL.

Shark Fin Shears

We are proud to include Shark Fins Shears in our cosmetology program.

Prestige SIS

Our students benefit from our customized Student Information System powered by Prestige. Leading edge technology enables our students to access real-time grades, hours, & their account.

Envision

Our student operated salon & spa is powered by Envision Point of Sale system. Envision enables our students to book their guests online.

RISE

RISE Certification in Client Well-Being & Safety- This free certification is taken online & for our students through our RISE School Partnership. You will learn practical infection control standards while raising awareness in the areas of domestic abuse and human trafficking.

Accreditation & Industry Associations

We Support Our Local Associations

Disclosures

Disclosures for campuses: Chicago, IL ; Downers Grove, IL ; El Dorado, AR

Policies

Publications

Reports

Rights

Resources

Biometric Data & Consent Policy

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Disability Policy & Procedure

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Emergency Policy & Procedure

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Federal Student Aid Code of Conduct Policy

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GLB Compliance Policy

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Learning Continuity Policy

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Physical or Financial Hardship Withdrawal Policy

Professional Judgment Policy - FSA

Student Right to Know Policy

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Title IX, VAWA, & Sexual Harassment Policy

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Transcripts Policy

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Vaccination Policy

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Verification Policy

*Policies

*These policies are not inclusive. For additional information; including, but not limited to policies, please see our Official School Catalog.

Consumer Information

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Official School Catalog

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Official School Outcomes

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State Authorizaton Disclosure

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Annual Security Report

For Chicago, IL; Downers Grove, IL; & El Dorado, AR Campuses

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Biennial Security Report

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DAAPP Disclosure Report

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DAAPP Disclosure Biennial Report

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HEERF Student Disclosure

Q4 2020 Report Student Portion

45-Day Report Student Portion

30-Day Report Student Portion

Initial Report Student Portion

HEERF Institutional Disclosure

2021

HEERF Q2 2021 Institutional Report

HEERF Q1 2021 Institutional Report

2020

HEERF Q4 2020 Institutional Report

HEERF Q3 2020 Institutional Report

IL Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Annual Report

These are Required IL Reports: Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act

For the Downers Grove, IL Campus:

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For the Chicago, IL Campus:

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Annual Emergency Alert & Drill

Annually, each campus performs an Emergency Text Alert & Safety Drill & posts the record; including, comments, if any.

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IL Student Rights

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IL Victim's (Survivor's) Rights

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Pregnancy & Parenting Disclosure Policy for Students

Notification of Rights under FERPA

About Our Accreditation (MSA-CESS)

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About the Beauty Industry

Beauty Changes Lives is supported by the beauty industry (schools, professionals, vendors, etc.). Beauty Changes Lives offers scholarships & information to encourage future beauty professionals to go to school & join the fun!

Beauty Changes Lives Career Info

Beauty Changes Lives has also prepared the following documents to help you learn more about joining the beauty industry.

The American Association of Cosmetology Schools is an association of schools that supports education & careers in beauty.

Careers in Beauty

College Navigator

IDFPR Cosmetology & Aesthetics Information

Click here for IDFPR

IL Voter Registration

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IL Vote By Mail

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Net Price Calculator

O*Net

O*Net is the Occupational Information Network. It's free & contains occupation information on many different careers. Below, find links to cosmetology, aesthetics, & instructor careers.

Disclosure About Jobs & Earning Potential

Throughout this website you will find resources for you to determine if a professional career is right for you. Many of these resources will include information about job demand & income potential. However, this information can be misleading; these may be averages or may be outdated. This Institution cannot tell you that you will be able to find a job or earn a specified amount. It is up to you to determine through careful research by talking with potential employers in your desired area about job availability & earning potential.

Veterans!

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Student Financial Assistance

Cost of Attendance

Title IX Coordinator

Leigh Anne Kelley, Director of Schools
Kelley Education Inc.
1357 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
Tel. 773.635.0141
leighanne@uofac.edu

Aesthetics

Cosmetology

Alumni

Classes are Fun!

Our Partners in Your Education

Redken

Aesthe Skin Care

CIMA

Associated Hair Professionals

Associated Skin Care Professionals

OPI

Marianna Beauty Supply

Wahl

Shark Fin Shears

Prestige SIS

Envision

RISE

Accreditation & Industry Associations

Professional Beauty Association

We Support Our Local Associations

Wicker Park Chamber of Commerce

Downers Grove Chamber of Commerce

Downtown Downers Grove Management Corporation

El Dorado Chamber of Commerce

Disclosures

Disclosures for campuses: Chicago, IL ; Downers Grove, IL ; El Dorado, AR

Policies

Publications

Reports

Rights

Resources

Veterans!

Student Financial Assistance

Title IX Coordinator

Come see us!

Aesthe Career Grant!

$2,000. Grant