Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we do! ICBAS is fully approved by the U.S. Department of Education to offer Title IV financial aid, including the Direct Loan Program, Federal Pell Grants, and Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG) to those who qualify. If you aren't eligible for federal aid, we also offer flexible, interest-free installment plans. Discover all your options on our Financial Aid page.

Absolutely. Our comprehensive program pricing covers everything you need to succeed from day one. This includes your professional student kit (books, online access, uniform, Course kit, badge) and all applicable taxes.

Your success is our priority. We provide robust career placement assistance to all graduates. From resume building and interview prep to connecting you with our network of local salons and spas, we're here to support your transition into the beauty industry. Learn more on our About Us page.

We do not offer on-campus housing or dormitory facilities.

Because licensing requirements vary by state, the ability to transfer your training hours depends on the specific regulations of your destination state. You will need to inquire directly with the state you are moving to in order to understand their specific reciprocity and hour-transfer policies.

To ensure consistency and prepare you for the State Board exams, all of our curriculum—including lectures, online modules, and practical floor instruction—is conducted entirely in English.

To ensure personalized attention and optimal learning conditions, we strictly cap our class sizes at 30 students. This adheres to the regulations set by the State Board of California and allows our expert instructors to provide hands-on guidance to every single student.

Our tuition is transparent and all-inclusive. The total cost covers your comprehensive education, premium professional kit, textbooks, uniform, and all associated fees and taxes. Costs vary by program length and material requirements:

• Cosmetology (1000 hours): $16,790.15
• Barbering (1000 hours): $16,790.15
• Esthetician (600 hours): $13,475.50
• Hairstyling (600 hours): $13,190.15
• Manicuring (600 hours): $12,590.15

Your graduation timeline depends on the specific required hours for your chosen program and whether you attend on a full-time or part-time schedule:

• Esthetician (600 hours): 16 weeks full-time / 24 weeks part-time
• Manicuring (600 hours): 16 weeks full-time / 24 weeks part-time
• Hairstyling (600 hours): 16 weeks full-time / 24 weeks part-time
• Barbering (1000 hours): 27 weeks full-time / 40 weeks part-time
• Cosmetology (1000 hours): 27 weeks full-time / 40 weeks part-time

Yes, the ICBAS campus is closed in observance of all major federal and state holidays.

Absolutely! Hands-on, real-world experience is a cornerstone of our curriculum. Once you reach the appropriate level in your training, you will work directly with public clients in our bustling student salon and spa, always under the close supervision of our licensed instructors. We also actively encourage you to invite friends and family to book services with you during your clinic floor hours.

Currently, ICBAS operates exclusively out of our state-of-the-art Los Angeles campus, conveniently situated at:
5225 W San Fernando Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90039.