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WELCOME TO GRAND ACADEMY
Forget the mannequin heads and classroom lectures, and consider a different path to your career in the beauty industry. Grand Academy is Denver’s Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) — a state and federally-recognized track to your Colorado cosmetology license, built entirely inside a real, working, high-end salon and MedSpa. You’ll learn from the same top-earning stylists our guests book months in advance, on real guests, in real time. No debt. No dead time. Just a paycheck from day one and a license that comes with hands-on experience when you walk out with it.
TWO DIFFERENT PATHS, SAME LICENSE. ONLY ONE GETS YOU PAID.
Traditional cosmetology school has its place, we’re not denying that! But here’s the math nobody hands you at orientation: a full 1500-hour program in Denver runs up to $19,500 in tuition alone, plus another $2200-$2750 out of pocket for your tool kit. All in, you’re looking at up to $22,000, usually financed with a student loan that starts collecting interest before you’ve even done your first balayage on a paying guest.
Our Registered Apprenticeship flips that model upside down. You’re hired. You earn an hourly wage while you train. And every hour you log working inside the salon counts toward the exact same license as the traditional route.
Grand Academy is $18,500 all-in (and we mean all-in). Every tool, every textbook, full access to our online education portal, endless learning resources, no surprise kit fees, no fine print. A one-time non refundable deposit of $2000 gets you started, and from there we offer flexible payment plans across the 12-month program. You pay as you go, while your grow.
WHAT YOU’RE ACTUALLY LEARNING
Textbooks matter. You’ll still master the science, the theory, and everything you need to walk confidently into your State Board exams, written and practical. But the real education happens on the salon floor next to an educator stylist who’s actively building a six-figure clientele in the chair beside yours.
If a technique is trending today, you’re learning it today, not two years from now in a $400 advanced class you have to track down after graduation. Balayage, modern extension methods, color corrections, men’s cuts, the business and social media side of building a successful career in Denver – it’s all part of the everyday rhythm at Grand, not an elective.
You’ll rotate through the same structured growth path our associates and stylists have used for years: building foundation skills, shadowing and assisting on real guests, developing your artistic eye and consultation instincts, and gradually stepping into services of your own, all while tracking your progress with your educators and setting your own goals along the way.
WHO GRAND ACADEMY IS FOR
Whether you’re fresh out of high school and chasing a creative career, or you’re ready for a pivot into an industry you’ll actually love, Grand Academy is built for driven people of all ages who want a real, business-smart path forward.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Where is Grand Academy located and what areas does it serve?
Grand Academy is located inside Grand Salon & MedSpa at 3501 Kalamath St in the LoHi neighborhood of Denver, Colorado. We serve guests and students from Denver, Arvada, Westminster, Boulder, Wheatridge, Lakewood, Aurora, Thornton, Littleton and the entire Denver Metro area.
What programs does Grand Academy offer?
Grand Academy offers programs in Cosmetology and Hairstyling.
How much does it cost to attend Grand Academy?
How long does it take to complete a program at Grand Academy?
Each 2000-hour program at Grand Academy takes a minimum of 12 months to complete.
Is Grand Academy accredited in Colorado?
How do I apply to Grand Academy?
To learn more about Grand Academy, fill out our Contact Form or email education@grand-salon.com.
What’s the difference between Grand Academy and other cosmetology schools?
Grand Academy is a hands-on education program, operating inside a bustling Denver hair salon, as opposed to a classroom or mock salon. Our students learn modern techniques, exceptional customer service, and business practices to build a thriving career in the beauty industry.
What will I learn in Grand Academy’s Cosmetology program?
Students in our Cosmetology program learn color theory, haircutting, hairstyling, custom hair coloring, skincare, facials, waxing, and nail services, with a heavy focus on hair services and business-building practices.
What will I learn in Grand Academy’s Hairstylist program?
Students in our Hairstylist program learn color theory, haircutting, hairstyling, custom hair coloring and business-building practices to build a successful career as a hairstylist.
Does Grand Academy offer day and evening class options?
Grand Academy does not offer evening class options.
Does Grand Academy offer financial aid or payment plans?
Yes, Grand Academy offers flexible, personalized payment plans to fit your financial needs.
What are the enrollment requirements for Grand Academy?
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
READY TO START BUILDING YOUR CAREER AT GRAND?
You’ve found your passion. Let us help you build it into something real – inside of one of Denver’s most respected salons, with a paycheck, dedicated mentors, and a license waiting for you at the end of it.
For more information on Grand Academy, fill out our contact form or email your questions to: education@grand-salon.com
