Continental School of Beauty Culture is a collection of schools located throughout the state of New York. There are a total of six locations, which include Salons and Spas, allowing students to obtain practical experience alongside professional cosmetologists. The courses are taught by veterans of the beauty industry who ensure that the curriculum meets and exceeds the expectations of employers, allowing students who complete a program of study to pursue employment and licensure with ease.
Programs offered include:
- Cosmetology
- Esthetics
- Nail Specialty
- Nails and Waxing
- Business Fundamentals
Paul Smiths Location
The Paul Smiths branch of Continental School of Beauty Culture is located at 7777 State Route 30. This campus has a graduating class size which is close to 110 students in a given year. This location offers student services in the form of flexible courses for those with irregular schedules and post-graduation job placement options. Students may learn more, including the school's consumer disclosures, by visiting continentalschoolofbeauty.edu.
Programs Offered
The list below shows all the programs that may be offered at Continental School of Beauty Culture – West Seneca. 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 (518) 327-6000.
Cosmetology (1,000 Hours)
The cosmetology program takes about eight months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition estimate is $14,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $3,100*
- 42 students completed this program in the previous reported year
- The length of the cosmetology program is usually 8 months
Learn more about cosmetology programs by taking a look at our cosmetology schools profile page, which includes lists on other schools offering this program.
Esthetician
The esthetician programs listed below are broken down by the number of contact hours offered.
600 Contact Hours
- Estimated tuition and fees: $9,000 per year*
- Cost of required supplies: $2,000*
- Takes about 4 months to complete
800 Contact Hours
- Estimated tuition and fees: $11,000 per year*
- Cost of required supplies: $2,700*
- Takes about 6 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 overall cost students will pay at Paul Smith's College is approximately $19,000 after scholarships, grants and other forms of aid are taken into consideration. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. Student who wish to obtain more information regarding financial aid may contact the school's financial aid office at (716) 675-8205, which has information regarding types of aid, forms and more. The financial figures shown on this page provide information regarding costs and fees at Continental School of Beauty Culture – West Seneca, these numbers may change in a given year due to a variety of factors.
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 | 85% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 65% | $5,469 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 65% | $7,408 |
Other Cosmetology Schools Nearby
The list of nearby cosmetology schools below offer beauty and cosmetology programs similar to Continental School of Beauty Culture – West Seneca. Click the links below to get a detailed profile for each school.
- Leon Studio One School of Hair Design in Suffern, NY (9 miles away)
- The Salon Professional Academy - Tonawanda in New York, NY (11 miles away)