Leon's Beauty School was founded in 1963 by Leon Oldham, and was first known as Maison de Paris Beauty School and renamed in 1974. The school is located in Greensboro, North Carolina. The school also operates a salon that doubles as a teaching facility. The additional income generated by the salon allows the school to keep its tuition rates lower than average.
Academics
Leon's Beauty school offers several course of study in the beauty industry. Some of the courses are designed for seasoned professionals wishing to enter teaching positions while others are for those looking to get started. The goal of the school is to provide all the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful.
The programs of study are:
- Cosmetology
- Esthetics
- Manicuring
- Teaching
Admissions and Financial Aid
Those interested in enrolling at Leon's Beauty School must have a high school diploma or equivalent, interview with the director of admissions, complete the entrance evaluation, and take the admission aptitude exam. Those entering teaching programs must also have a cosmetology degree or certificate, a North Carolina license, at least an 85% on the written and practical state boards exam, and pass the admission test of the school.
Financial aid is available to students who qualify through a Pell grant. Interested students should visit the financial aid office and work with a counselor to determine if financial aid is right for them.
Programs Offered
Below is a listing of the programs that may be offered at Leons Beauty School Inc. 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 (336) 274-4601.
Cosmetology (900 Hours)
Cosmetology program takes on average twelve months to complete. Students that complete this program may be eligible to pursue licensing.
Program Details:
- Tuition estimate is $8,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $800*
- 87 students completed this program in the previous reported year
- The length of the cosmetology program is usually 12 months
Learn more about cosmetology programs by taking a look at our cosmetology schools profile page, which lists schools offering this program along with a career overview.
Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor
The cosmetology, barber and nail instructor programs listed below are broken down by the number of contact hours offered.
800 Contact Hours
- Estimated tuition and fees: $3,000 per year*
- Cost of required supplies: $200*
- Takes about 6 months to complete
320 Contact Hours
- Estimated tuition and fees: $1,000 per year*
- Cost of required supplies: $200*
- Takes about 3 months to complete
Esthetician (600 Hours)
The esthetician program takes about five months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition estimate is $4,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $500*
- 30 students completed the esthetician program last year
- Takes about 5 months to complete
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Master Esthetician (650 Hours)
The master esthetician program offered on average takes about six months to complete and may fulfill course requirements for licensing.
Program Details:
- Tuition estimate is $2,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $200*
- Takes about 6 months to complete
(300 Hours)
The program takes about three months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition estimate is $2,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $300*
- Takes about 3 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 items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
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 | 54% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 54% | $4,147 |
Other Cosmetology Schools Nearby
The list of nearby cosmetology schools below offer beauty and cosmetology programs similar to Leons Beauty School Inc. Click the links below to get a detailed profile for each school.
- Empire Beauty School - E Greensboro in Greensboro, NC (4 miles away)
- The Fila Academy in High Point, NC (11 miles away)
- Regina's College of Beauty - High Point in High Point, NC (13 miles away)
- Regency Beauty Institute - Winston - Salem in Winston-Salem, NC (24 miles away)
- Winston Salem Barber School in Winston-Salem, NC (24 miles away)
- Empire Beauty School - Winston - Salem in Winston-Salem, NC (26 miles away)
- Aveda Institute - Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC (44 miles away)
- Durham Beauty Academy in Durham, NC (48 miles away)