Cosmetology School in Indiana & Kentucky
Uncover Your Creative Potential in Hair, Skin, and Nails
Have you always dreamed of becoming a hairstylist, colorist, makeup artist, or salon owner? PJ’s College of Cosmetology offers a 1,500-hour cosmetology program at all eleven of our campuses across Indiana and Kentucky. You’ll build skills in hair cutting, hair coloring, texture services, hair styling, facials and makeup, manicuring and pedicuring, hair removal, and sanitation. You’ll also learn the management and sales skills that can help you build a successful career behind the chair.
You’ll learn from experienced instructors who stay up to date on current techniques and trends, then put what you learn into practice with real clients in our student salon. With full-time and part-time schedules and new classes starting throughout the year, you can choose a cosmetology school schedule that works for you. Contact us to begin the enrollment process.
Cosmetology Program at a Glance
Indiana Cosmetology Program
- 1,500 clock hours
- Available at Brownsburg, Clarksville, Greenfield, Indianapolis, Jeffersonville, Muncie, Plainfield, and Richmond
- Full-time and part-time scheduling available
- Current published program cost: $21,491.00
- Financial aid available to those who qualify
Kentucky Cosmetology Program
- 1,500 clock hours
- Available at Bowling Green, Glasgow, and Louisville
- Full-time and part-time scheduling available
- Current published program cost: $21,465.70
- Financial aid available to those who qualify
Why Choose PJ’s Cosmetology School?
Build Skills in Hair, Skin, and Nails
Our cosmetology program gives you the opportunity to train across all three areas of beauty: hair, skin, and nails. Most of your training focuses on the services salon clients request most, including hair cutting, hair coloring, texture services, and hair styling. You’ll also build skills in facials, makeup, manicures, pedicures, and waxing.
Through classroom instruction, instructor demonstrations, and hands-on practice, you’ll learn not just how to perform each service, but why each technique matters.
Get Hands-On Experience in Our Student Salon
Your first 250 hours of cosmetology school focus on general theory and practice. During this time, you’ll work on techniques with mannequins and fellow students as you build a strong foundation.
After completing those first 250 hours, you can begin providing services to guests in our student salon under the direct supervision of licensed instructors. Working with real clients gives you the opportunity to sharpen your technique, manage your time, and develop the customer service skills that help build lasting client relationships.
You’ll also work with a variety of salon-quality professional products instead of training with just one product line. This gives you hands-on experience with different products and helps you understand how to choose what works for each service.
Learn From Experienced Instructors
At PJ’s College of Cosmetology, you’re more than a number. Our instructors provide one-on-one guidance throughout your training and take the time to help you build both your technical skills and confidence.
You’ll also become part of a welcoming community of classmates who share your interest in beauty. As a family-owned school dedicated to raising the standards of the profession through education, PJ’s focuses on helping each student grow into a prepared, confident beauty professional.
Explore Career Paths in Cosmetology
A cosmetology license can open the door to a variety of career paths. You could work as a hairstylist in a salon, specialize in an area such as hair color, manage or own a salon, or work on a cruise ship or at a resort.
You could also take your career in a different direction by becoming a field representative, demonstrator, or educator for a beauty product manufacturer. If teaching interests you, you can continue your education through our Instructor Training program and prepare to teach the next generation of beauty professionals.
Choose a Full-Time or Part-Time Schedule
You can attend cosmetology school full time for 30 hours per week or choose a part-time schedule of 20 or 24 hours per week, depending on your campus. With flexible scheduling options, you can choose a pace that works with your life and responsibilities.
Every PJ’s campus has its own personality and community. Schedule a tour at the campus you’re considering to explore the facilities, learn more about the cosmetology program, and meet our instructors and students.
How Much Does Cosmetology School Cost?
Understanding the cost of cosmetology school is an important part of choosing your program. PJ’s College of Cosmetology publishes separate costs for its Indiana and Kentucky cosmetology programs.
| Program Cost | Indiana | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Program Hours | 1,500 Hours | 1,500 Hours |
| Registration Fee | $100.00 | $100.00 |
| Kit/Educational Materials | $2,600.00 | $2,595.00 |
| Tuition | $18,616.00 | $18,615.00 |
| Sales Tax | $182.00 | $155.70 |
| Published Total | $21,491.00 | $21,465.70 |
Financial Aid for Cosmetology School
Paying for school is an important part of planning your education. Financial aid is available to those who qualify, and eligible PJ’s College students may have access to federal financial assistance, including grants and student loans. Scholarship opportunities may also be available.
Start by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and our financial aid team can help you understand your options. You can also use our Net Price Calculator to estimate your individual costs.
Prepare for Cosmetology Licensure and Your Next Step
PJ’s cosmetology program combines theory and hands-on training to help you prepare for your state licensing exam. Preparing students for the State Exam is a major focus of our curriculum. After you complete your required program hours and meet the school’s progress requirements, you can take the next steps toward state licensure.
In Indiana, cosmetology licensure requires 1,500 hours of cosmetology education at an Indiana beauty culture school, a passing score on the written examination, and an applicant age of at least 17. Kentucky cosmetology students complete 1,500 hours and follow Kentucky’s examination and licensing requirements.
As you prepare to graduate, PJ’s also provides career and job-search resources, including help with salon searches and interviewing, so you can start planning for what’s next.
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PJ’s College of Cosmetology Student Reviews
I transferred here from another cosmetology school and it was the best decision I’ve made. I have learned a lot more than I was at the other school and I felt very welcomed when I had just started. Great school!
So thankful I choose this school. Everyone is so nice and all the teachers are helpful and answer all your questions 😌
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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Cosmetology Program
The cosmetology program requires 1,500 clock hours in both Indiana and Kentucky. Full-time students generally attend 30 hours per week, while part-time students attend 20 or 24 hours per week, depending on the campus.
The current published total is $21,491.00 for the 1,500-hour Indiana cosmetology program and $21,465.70 for the 1,500-hour Kentucky program. These totals include tuition, the registration fee, the kit and educational materials, and applicable sales tax.
Yes. Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Eligible students may have access to federal grants or student loans, and scholarship opportunities may also be available. Completing the FAFSA is the first step, and our financial aid team can help you explore your options from there.
Our program covers the skills and knowledge you need to sit for the State Exam, and exam preparation is a major part of our curriculum. After completing your required hours and school progress requirements, you can take the next steps required by your state to pursue your cosmetology license.
PJ’s offers cosmetology training at all eleven campuses: Brownsburg, Clarksville, Greenfield, Indianapolis, Jeffersonville, Muncie, Plainfield, and Richmond, Indiana, as well as Bowling Green, Glasgow, and Louisville, Kentucky.
Cosmetologists can work in salons, specialize in areas such as hair color, own or manage a salon, work on a cruise ship or at a resort, become a field representative for a beauty product manufacturer, or become a cosmetology instructor.
Yes. PJ’s provides career and job-search resources as you prepare to graduate, including help with salon searches and interviewing. These resources can help you feel more prepared as you begin your job search.
PJ’s enrolls students on a continuous basis, and classes typically begin on the second Tuesday of each month. Contact your preferred campus to find the next available start date.
Get Started Today
If you’re ready to begin your cosmetology journey at PJ’s College of Cosmetology, complete the form and a member of our team will reach out to walk you through the next steps.
Before you enroll, make sure you meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must have a 12th-grade education or its equivalent.
- Applicants to the Cosmetology program must be at least 16 1/2 years old.
- PJ’s accepts enrollment on a continuous basis.
- Classes typically begin on the second Tuesday of each month.
- Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
- After completing the Cosmetology program, students may sit for the State Board Examination to pursue a license.
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