There are many different pros and cons to choosing a traditional college or beauty school. If you’re not sure what choice may be best for you, take our quiz to find out more!

With the stigma of being a “beauty school dropout” surrounding a cosmetology career, you may be wondering if beauty school is the right decision for you. While traditional four-year universities are a great option for some, the rise of the “gig economy” shows those who attend trade schools are finding significant benefits as well.

If you’ve always loved beauty, receiving a professional beauty education could be your next step. Here are five reasons to consider beauty school over traditional college!

1. You Can Learn Hands-On

In beauty school, you can have the opportunity to practice your skills hands-on. Our student salon allows you to prepare for the real world by working on actual clients. You will be able to learn cutting, coloring, styling, and more as a student stylist under instructor supervision. This practical, real-world experience can help you feel ready for the salon once you graduate!

In college, you aren’t as likely to learn in such a hands-on, practical way. You may be required to participate in internships where you gain real-world experience, but most of the time you will likely be learning through textbooks and tests.

If bookwork isn’t really your thing, going to beauty school may be a better fit for you. While you may still need to complete occasional bookwork or take some written tests, the vast majority of your learning in beauty school will be hands-on.

2. It’s Typically Faster than College

Most college degrees are four-year degrees. However, data shows more students actually take up to six years to complete their college degrees. Trade schools, like beauty schools, are usually much faster to graduate from than traditional universities.

At Moler Beauty Academy, you can complete our cosmetology program in as little as 43 weeks. That’s less than a year. Our esthetics program can be completed even quicker—most of our esthetic students graduate in six to 12 months. Similarly, our manicuring program is 200 hours and can be completed in as little as two months.

One reason trade schools like beauty schools are typically faster than traditional college is that learning is more focused. In traditional college, you may spend the first year or two completing general education requirements before you ever get to the meat and bones of your major. In cosmetology school, though, you can start learning practical skills almost immediately.

Going to cosmetology school could help you graduate years sooner! All that extra time can kickstart your career, help you earn money, and gain you valuable experience faster.

3. You Could Graduate With Less Debt

Not only can cosmetology school help you enter the workforce faster, but you may also have less debt to pay off. ValuePenguin found one year at traditional public college averages $25,290 in state or $40,940 out of state. That’s just for one year. Factor in that most universities take at least four years to graduate from and compare that to the cost—both time and financial costs—of the average beauty school. At Moler Beauty Academy, you can expect to spend about $18,325 on tuition, fees, books, and supplies in our full-time cosmetology program.

That means that on average, you could save tens of thousands of dollars by choosing a beauty school over a traditional college. Most of the time, these costs are paid through financial aid like loans. These costs become debt and will ultimately need to be repaid. You can start to see just how much debt choosing a beauty school may save you in the long run!

4. You Can Express Your Creativity

Have you always considered yourself an artist at heart? As a beauty school student, you can express your creativity daily. While there are plenty of creative majors to choose from in college—like graphic design or creative writing—colleges are still often set up to favor left-brain individuals.

Left-brain refers to those who think analytically or mathematically. Right-brain refers to those who think artistically or creatively. Think about how much bookwork, reading, written work, or testing college typically has. These formats tend to favor left-brain thinkers. On the other hand, beauty school is all about creative thinking, like imagining a new cut or style for a client. This is a much more right-brain way of thinking.

Not sure if you are more left-brain or more right-brain? Here’s a quick test. Close your eyes and think about an apple. What do you see? Left-brain thinkers tend to have a hard time creating a mental image. They may see a basic, cartoon-looking apple or even just the word spelled out. Right-brain thinkers are more likely to see a detailed image in full color and maybe even a whole scene to go with it—a set table, or a teacher receiving a gift.

While we all are a mix of the two, if you are more right-brained, you may enjoy cosmetology school more than traditional college!

5. You Can Feel Fulfilled

The number one reason you may love beauty school more than traditional college? It can help you find a fulfilling and rewarding career path! Getting to spend each day building people’s self-esteem, hearing their stories, and making an impact on their lives is something truly special. You never know whose life you may impact when you’re behind the chair!

If the choice is between being in an office sitting in front of a computer from 9-5 or being on your feet, on your own time, making others feel beautiful, well, what would you choose?

Explore Your Future in Beauty Today

Ready to learn more about what the beauty industry can offer you? Contact Moler Beauty Academy today to explore this exciting and rewarding industry! Our representatives are available and happy to answer any questions you may have.

We also want to invite you to schedule a tour of our beauty school! Simply fill out our contact form or call the location nearest you. We have campuses conveniently located in Cincinnati and Fairfield. We can’t wait to meet you!

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It’s always fun to change up our style for the new season. However, if you’re a little lost on what exactly you could do, here are some ideas based off of what you got in our quiz.

Black Hair

Black hair has always been an iconic look. Not only is black hair elegant and sleek, it can be edgy and sporty too. Whether you’re looking for Hollywood glam or natural fun, black hair can be just for you. You can sport a chin length bob or waist length curls, and prove to everyone that black hair is the way to go.

As with all colors, black hair has different shades that will pair well with a variety of skin tones! If you have light skin, try black hair bordering on brown. If you go too dark, it may wash you out. If you have a medium skin tone, try a brown that is almost black, as it will complement your natural tones. Do you have a darker skin tone? Try a bold dark brown or super black. As always, consult with your stylist to see what is best for you.

As with any dyed hair you might need to switch up your routine in order to maintain it. Wash your hair in cool water and do your best with heat protection.

Match your new look with the right makeup. Some of the best makeup to pair with black hair can be plum or jewel tones. A red lip against black hair is always iconic. If you’re going for a darker look try some opaque colors. For fair complexions try some sheer shadows.

The great thing about black hair is that it goes with everything. Want to be bright and colorful one day and neutral tones the next? Black hair will look amazing either way.

Red Hair

Red hair has been a game changer since the beginning. Whether you decide to go fire engine red or natural red, you can show off your fun and bright personality easily with this hair color. Short or long, you can prove that red hair is stunning no matter what.

The beauty of red hair is its ability to pair well with any skin tone. Fair skinned or dark skinned, red hair can be a staple to your image. Fair skin typically pairs best with natural reds such as dusty copper or rosy red. Darker skin most often pairs best with deep reds such as scarlet or raspberry red.

Red hair can pair very nicely with natural shades for makeup. It adds a lot of warmth to your natural complexion, so be sure you go light on the blush.

As with any color treated hair, cool water is best and helps keep the color in your hair. There are also tinted shampoos that can help give you a refresh in color if you feel it’s a bit faded. Do your best to avoid sulphates as they tend to strip your hair of its dyed color. Most importantly, moisturise your hair. Proper hydration can keep your newly dyed hair healthy..

Brown Hair

Espresso locks can do quite a bit to enhance your natural beauty. Whether you decide to go with a deep chocolate brown or a light ash you can never go wrong with the right shade of brown. It’s best to consult with your stylist about which shade is best for you.

If you have a fair complexion, a light ash brown or sandy color may be best for you. If you have a fair, neutral tone, consider adding caramel highlights as they can bring in a lot of warmth. The deeper your skin tone, the darker you may want to go.

Wondering what to pair with your new brown hair? Try a bold eye and a neutral lip. Berry tones or deep browns can really make the eyes pop. Looking for a sweeter complexion? Try shades of pinks and peaches. Burgundy or red brick tones work well with darker skin tones. The ultimate perk of brown hair? Any shade of makeup you want to pair with is essentially a win.

Show off your brilliance with a beautiful brown and step out into confidence.

Silver Hair

Take a break from your natural locks and try out a stunning gray. Not only does silver hair give you a fun new style, it goes to prove that gray hair has never once been a bad idea. With this fun hair color you can achieve either a bold or whimsical look.

Whether you decide on blue, purple, or gray undertones, you can really stand out with this look. Blue undertones will give you a nice icey cool while purple may warm you up. Silver hair can come in all types of shades, gray, steel, or nearly white. Consult with your stylist to see which ones will best suit you.

Wondering what you can do with your makeup? Try reds, pinks, purples, blues, browns. Almost anything will make your eyes stand out against the cool silver. You’re having fun with your hair color, so have fun with your makeup too. Looking for a soft natural look? Browns are your friend. Looking for something a little bold? Try out purples and see what you can create.

As with any color treated hair, make sure you give it all the moisture you can. Happy hair is healthy hair. See if your stylist has any recommended sulphate-free shampoos for you to try and even if they have any color treated shampoos to help keep your hair looking vibrant.

Think you may want to try and create these looks yourself? Check out our programs to see if becoming a cosmetologist is for you!

Here at Moler Beauty Academy we love helping our students and clients take that next step to improve their confidence. If you have any questions about our services or programs, feel free to contact us.

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