ADMISSIONS
General Admissions Requirements
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Please take a moment to review our admissions requirements below. To be considered for admission to Stage One The Hair School you must meet the following requirements:
• Age: You must be at least 16 years of age.
• Education: You must hold a high school diploma from an accredited high school or hold a GED.
• Interview: You must complete an interview with an Admissions Representative.
• Proof of Self: You must provide a valid form of identification such as a driver's license or state ID card.
We provide on-campus programs only. No online classes are available. Currently, we have no foreign student program.
For information on financial aid requirements, please see our financial aid page.
• Transferring Credits: Please follow up with our Admissions department to discuss your
options.
• Military Benefits: Pivot Point Academy is approved for Veterans Educational Benefits.
If you are a present or former member of the military or a military spouse, we can help
you take advantage of the federal educational benefits offered.
Class Start Dates
Calendar of Enrollment Dates for 2024
January 9 January 23 February 6 February 20 March 5 March 19 April 2 April 16 April 30 May 14. May 28 June 11 June 25 July 9 July 30 August 13 August 27 September 10 September 24 October 8 October 22 November 5 November 19 December 3 December 17
Financial Aid Helpful Links
LOSFA (TOPS) State Scholarship
https://mylosfa.la.gov/
Louisiana Workforce Commission - Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs main.asp
FSA ID - Apply for FSA User ID and Password
https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
FAFSA (Federal Application for Student Aid) Online
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Direct Loan Entrance Counseling (pdf-file)
https://studentaid.gov/sites/default/fi les/loan-entrance-counseIing.pdf
Complete online Direct Loan Entrance Counseling
https://studentaid.gov/entrance-counseling
Direct Loan Exit Counseling (pdf-file)
https://studentaid.gov/sites/default/files/ exit-counseling.pdf
Complete Online Direct Loan Exit Counseling
https://studentaid.govIexit-counseling
Student Contact Information and Acknowledgement of Exit Counseling (pdf-file)
https://studentaid.gov/sites/default/fiI es/loan-exit-counseling-contact-info-
acknowledgement.pdf
What is the eligibility for financial aid?
- Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
- Demonstrate financial need
- Hold a high school diploma, a general education diploma (GED)
- Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a regular student working toward a certificate in an eligible program
- Have a valid Social Security Number
- Make satisfactory academic progress
- Register with Selective Service
- Sign a Statement of Educational Purpose and a Certification Statement on overpayment and default
How is financial aid determined?
The basis of determining a student’s financial need will be an analysis of the financial status of the student’s and/or the parents’ income. This analysis is accomplished by completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) distributed by the U.S. Department of Education.
Where can I find the forms?
- In your high school guidance counselor’s office
- In the financial aid office at Stage One The Hair School
- Via the U.S. Department of Education’s website – FAFSA on the Web www.fafsa.ed.gov
What is a Federal Direct Unsubsidized loan?
- Direct Unsubsidized Loans are available to undergraduate and graduate students; there is no requirement to demonstrate financial need.
- Your school determines the amount you can borrow by considering the cost of attendance and other financial aid you receive.
- For an unsubsidized loan, you are responsible for paying the interest during all periods.
- If you choose not to pay the interest while you are in school and during grace periods and deferment or forbearance periods, your interest will accrue (accumulate) and be capitalized (that is, your interest will be added to the principal amount of your loan).
What factors determine financial need?
- Cost of attendance
- Expected family contribution
- Financial need
What type of student aid are available?
A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, does not have to be repaid. Generally, Pell Grants are awarded only to undergraduate students who have not earned a Bachelor’s or professional degree. For many students, Pell Grants provide a foundation of financial aid to which other aid may be added.
What is a Federal Direct Subsodized loan?
- Direct Subsidized Loans are available to undergraduate students with financial needs.
- Your school determines the amount you can borrow, and the amount may not exceed your financial need.
- For a subsidized loan, the U.S. Department of Education pays the interest while you’re in school at least half-time, for the first six months after you leave school (referred to as a grace period*), and during a period of deferment (a postponement of loan payments).
APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID
Are you dreaming of a career in cosmetology but worried about the financial aspect? We understand your concerns and are here to help. At Stage One The Hairschool, INC., we offer resources and support to guide you through the process of applying for financial aid. Our dedicated team will assist you in understanding the eligibility requirements, filling out forms such as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and exploring available scholarships and grants. We believe that financial constraints should not hinder your passion for beauty and creativity.
