Interested individuals in and around Hillsboro may obtain a cosmetology education by registering and enrolling at Northwest College of Hair Design. The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences has accredited the instruction & training provided by Northwest College of Hair Design for over thirteen consecutive years. The school offers an in-depth cosmetology program that teaches the skills and abilities needed to get licensure and employment upon completion. In addition to cosmetology, Northwest College of Hair Design also provides a cosmetology instructor training program for individuals who want to become educators, a barbering program, which offers an education in styling and cutting hair for boys and men, and a hair styling program, which specializes in the art of hair styling.
Around 120 students completed programs at this school over the last few years. This school reported students had a loan default rate of approximately 11% in 2009.
Northwest College of Hair Design provides cosmetology career pathway counseling for current and graduated students. Students should look up state licensing regulations to determine whether programs meet current standards. To see more and get consumer disclosures, please visit nwcollege.edu.
Programs Offered
Below is a listing of the programs that may be offered at Northwest College of Hair Design. Actual programs may differ from the list below, to get an official list of programs offered please visit the school's website or by phone at (206) 876-6132.
Cosmetology (2,300 Hours)
Cosmetology program takes approximately twenty-three months to complete. Students that complete this program may be eligible to pursue licensing.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $20,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $3,800*
- 11 students completed the cosmetology program last year
- Takes about 23 months to complete
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Hair Styling (1,700 Hours)
The hair styling program offered most often takes about sixteen months to complete and may fulfill course requirements for licensing.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $16,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $1,600*
- Takes about 16 months to complete
Barber (1,350 Hours)
The barber program takes about thirteen months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $15,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $1,900*
- The length of the barber program is usually 13 months
Esthetician (600 Hours)
Esthetician program takes approximately six months to complete. Students that complete this program may be eligible to pursue licensing.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $7,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $1,500*
- The length of the esthetician program is usually 6 months
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(600 Hours)
The program offered most often takes about six months to complete and may fulfill course requirements for licensing.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $6,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $1,000*
- The length of the program is usually 6 months
Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor (1,000 Hours)
The cosmetology, barber and nail instructor program offered most often takes about twelve months to complete and may fulfill course requirements for licensing.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $7,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $300*
- Takes about 12 months to complete
Notes:
*The posted costs for tuition, fees and supplies are determined through historical data and may not represent current costs.
**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimated to provide a comparative context. For more detailed information individuals are asked to contact the school.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The net cost of this school is close to $14,300 annually, after the various types of aid, including scholarships and grants, are taken into consideration. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance visit the net price calculator. Students wishing to apply to this school must pay an application fee of $100. Financial aid information may be obtained by contacting the financial aid office at (503) 844-7320. Any tuition and financial aid figures listed provide an outline of costs at this school, however they may not accurately represent current costs, fees, or tuition. Please check with this school for more information.
Note: Financial aid is only available for those who qualify, check with the school for details.
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 75% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 70% | $3,592 |
Receiving Student Loans | 55% | $7,388 |
Other Cosmetology Schools Nearby
The list of nearby cosmetology schools below offer beauty and cosmetology programs similar to Northwest College of Hair Design. Click the links below to get a detailed profile for each school.
- Northwest College - Beaverton in Albany, OR (6 miles away)
- Phagans Tigard Beauty School in Happy Valley, OR (12 miles away)
- Northwest College - Tualitin in Springfield, OR (14 miles away)
- Aveda Institute Portland in Conway, SC (15 miles away)
- Phagans School of Hair Design in Salem, OR (19 miles away)
- Northwest College of Hair Design in Medford, OR (21 miles away)
- College of Hair Design Careers in Astoria, OR (39 miles away)
- Phagans School of Beauty in Bend, OR (40 miles away)