Program length
8-14 months
Total cost
$7,226
Preregistration for March
Oct. 22 – Jan. 2
Locations
See Map 
The Cosmetology program is designed to prepare students for employment in cosmetology/barbering, hair design, skin, and nail care. This program prepares students for employment in a salon and/or to open a new salon business.
Students in this program develop communication, professional behavior, and the core skills of working in a salon business. Students work with salon guests in a well-equipped salon and perform these skills with the newest techniques, products, and equipment in the industry. Students learn to communicate with customers; analyze skin, hair and nails; and perform the duties of hair cutting, coloring, styling, chemical texture services, and basic skin and nail care.
This program includes 1250 clock time hours of instruction as required by the State of Utah for licensure. Upon completion of the program, students are prepared to take the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology/Barbering Licensure, an examination required for licensure.
This program is eligible for Financial and Veterans Aid! Learn more
Registration Opens:
Pre-registration open | pre-registration closes | program start date |
|---|---|---|
May 29, 2025 | August 8, 2025 | October 20, 2025 |
August 15, 2025 | October 17, 2025 | January 5, 2026 |
October 22, 2025 | January 2, 2026 | March 9, 2026 |
January 7, 2026 | March 6, 2026 | May 27, 2026 |
Minimum Age Requirement: 17 years old. High school students must be in their senior year.
Enrollment is based on a randomized selection process.
| Term | Campus | Room # | Start Date – End Date | Time | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 314 | 01/05/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | M-F |
| Spring 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 314 | 01/05/2026 | 4:30 pm – 9:15 pm | M-TH |
| Spring 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 314 | 01/05/2026 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Spring 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | 115, 116, 117 | 01/05/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | M-F |
| Spring 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | 115, 116, 117 | 01/05/2026 | 4:30 pm – 9:15 pm | M-TH |
| Spring 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | 115, 116, 117 | 01/05/2026 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Spring 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 314 | 03/09/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | M-F |
| Spring 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 314 | 3/09/2026 | 4:30 pm – 9:15pm | M-TH |
| Spring 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 314 | 03/09/2026 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Spring 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | 115, 116, 117 | 03/09/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | M-F |
| Spring 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | 115, 116, 117 | 03/09/2026 | 4:30 pm-9:15 PM | M-TH |
| Spring 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | 115, 116, 117 | 03/09/2026 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Summer 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 314 | 05/27/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | M-F |
| Summer 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 314 | 05/27/2026 | 4:30 pm – 9:15pm | M-TH |
| Summer 2026 | Lehi Building A | 104, 105, 106, 314 | 05/27/2026 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Summer 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | 115, 116, 117 | 05/27/2026 | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | M-F |
| Summer 2025 | Spanish Fork Building A | 115, 116, 117 | 05/27/2026 | 4:30 pm – 9:15 pm | M-TH |
| Summer 2026 | Spanish Fork Building A | 115, 116, 117 | 05/27/2026 | 7:00 am – 3:00 pm | Saturday |
| Course Name | Course Hours | Course Credits | Tuition | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology/Barbering/Hair Design Basics | 120 | 4 | $480.00 | $1,390.00 |
| Barbering Basics | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $159.00 |
| Cosmetology/Hair Design Chemical Services Basics | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $45.00 |
| Esthetics and Nails Basics | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $68.00 |
| Cosmetology/Barbering Intermediate Theory and Practice | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $159.00 |
| Professional Development, State Laws, and Industry Specific Continuing Education | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $209.00 |
| Advanced Training and Skills | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $263.00 |
| Advanced Training and Skills II | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $125.00 |
| Advanced Training and Skills III | 100 | 3 | $360.00 | $125.00 |
| Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical I | 135 | 3 | $360.00 | $80.00 |
| Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical II | 135 | 3 | $360.00 | $102.00 |
| Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical III | 135 | 3 | $360.00 | $102.00 |
| Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical IV | 135 | 3 | $360.00 | $112.00 |
| Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical V | 135 | 3 | $360.00 | $107.00 |
| Cosmetology/Barbering Clinical VI | 135 | 3 | $360.00 | $107.00 |
Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program.
While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.
| Tuition/Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition: | $3,840.00 |
| Registration Fee: | $40.00 |
| Application Fee: | $0.00 |
| Course Fees: | $3,049.00 |
| Required Materials: | $80.00 |
| Total Cost of Program: | $7,226 |
Note: High school students attend MTECH tuition free, and are only responsible for fees and materials.
Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.
Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program.
While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.
Materials | Notes | Cost | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cosmetology Kit | Included in Course Fees | |||
Textbooks | Included in Course Fees | |||
State Board Kit Rental | Required for State of Utah Practial Exam. If kit is returned with all equipment student will receive a $40 refund. Does not include any consumable supplies to be returned | $80 | ||
Computing Device with Audio/Video Capabilities and online connectivity | $0 | |||
Materials | Notes | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
Additional Mannequins | up to 10 additional mannequins may be required. Each mannequin is approximately $45 | $450 | |
MTECH Program Certificate in Cosmetology
Students are prepared to take the State of Utah written and practical exam to become a licensed Cosmetologist
How flexible are the hours? Can I come both day and night?
Due to the hours necessary for completion, schedules are not flexible, and students can only attend one schedule.
How do high school students come during the day if they need to attend 40 hours?
High school students must complete their required high school classes so they have time for the Cosmetology program. High school students usually take their first periods of the day at their high school, then come to MTECH afterward.
Admission requirements may be met by taking the Entrance Assessment OR by providing qualifying documentation. The Entrance Assessment can be taken at a Testing Center, and qualifying documents can be sent to transcripts@mtec.edu.
Learn more about the assessment HERE
If chosen, you will be notified via email on the registration day to confirm your placement. You must confirm your place within 3 business days.
If chosen as an alternate, you will be placed on a waiting list. For every cycle not chosen, you will receive a preferential point to help increase the chances for next time.
Appointments can be scheduled HERE
