Diploma of Cosmetology
San Mateo County Community College District - Skyline College
- San Bruno, United States
- 1.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Associate of Science in Cosmetology at Laney College in Oakland, Offered through the Cosmetology department.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Graduates are expected to explain core concepts in Cosmetology
- Apply appropriate methods to practical problems
- Communicate findings clearly
- And use discipline-relevant tools responsibly.
Career outcomes
- Hairstylist
- Nail technician
- Makeup artist
- Skincare specialist
- Hair removal technician
- Retail sales
Curriculum
- Sixty-unit associate degree: 33-35.50 units of major courses plus general education and electives to reach 60. Major courses include Cosmetology Theory I
- Cosmetology Laboratory I
- Manicuring and Pedicuring I
- Chemical Services I
- Hairstyling Services/Haircutting I. Full-time F-1 students carry at least 12 units a term and study on the Oakland campus.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Age 16 or older; applicants under 18 show high school graduation or equivalent; official high school or university transcript; valid passport; English proof (TOEFL iBT 56
- IELTS 5.5 or Duolingo 85); financial document showing at least 32
- 500 USD (plus 5
- 000 USD for a first dependant and 2
- 500 USD for each additional).
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 56
- IELTS 5.5
- Duolingo 85
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- English Language Test Results
- Financial Evidence
- Visa Copy
How to apply
- Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $10,584 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $0 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Skyline College (San Bruno) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Arts, Languages & Communication |
| Department | Cosmetology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 31 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | College scholarship opportunities exist for eligible enrolled students; award rules determine international eligibility. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
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Scholarships
College scholarship opportunities exist for eligible enrolled students; award rules determine international eligibility.
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The program takes 1.5 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $10,584 USD per year. The application fee is $0 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,285 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 56, IELTS 5.5, Duolingo 85, IELTS Academic 5.5.
College scholarship opportunities exist for eligible enrolled students; award rules determine international eligibility.