Academy of Professional cosmetology is an accredited institution allowing our students to apply for Federal Financial Aid through the Department of Education. This application is commonly known as the FAFSA. Once a student completes their FAFSA, they could be offered the PELL Grant and/or student loans to assist with the cost of tuition. Student aid is available for those who qualify.

In addition to federal funds, APC works with state-funded agencies and military programs to further assist our future students. 

Please see below for an updated list of funding and scholarship options. 

• Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
• For veterans: Chapter 31 Veteran Readiness & Employment https://www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/
• For Chapter 35 Survivors’ & Dependents’ Education Assistance (DEA) and Chapter 33 Fry Scholarship – Click here to learn about the difference and apply for benefits: https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/education-and-careers/apply-for-dea-fry-form-22-5490/introduction
• Arkansas Rehabilitation Services – Arkansas Rehabilitation Services’ (ARS) mission is to prepare Arkansans with disabilities to work and lead productive and independent lives. Want to see if you qualify for ARS Services?  https://dws.arkansas.gov/ar-rehabilitation-services/
• NWA Single Parent Scholarship Fund https://spsfnwa.org/
• Beauty industry grants and scholarships https://myaacs.org/grants-and-scholarships/ 
• Bold.org Cosmetology Scholarship Opportunities: https://bold.org/scholarships/by-major/cosmetology-scholarships/
• American Indian College Fund https://collegefund.org/students/scholarships/additional-scholarships/ 
• Osage Nation Post-Secondary Resources https://www.osagenation-nsn.gov/services/education-department/post-secondary-resources 
• The Osage Nation – Career Training Scholarship Program: https://portal.osagenation-nsn.gov/CareerTrainingScholarship
• Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma – ask about trade school scholarships https://www.choctawnation.com/services/higher-education/
• CHAHTA Foundation Scholarships https://www.choctawnation.com/services/higher-education/ 

If you have questions about any of these programs, you may contact our office manager at [email protected].