If you want an industry that offers a virtually unlimited income, flexible work schedule, and the opportunity to be your own boss ... then cosmetology is PERFECT for you! This industry is consistently ranked as one of the best careers and provides individuals with an income that tends to be recession-proof. After all, people will always have hair and it will always need to be cut and styled!

As a cosmetologist, you can live anywhere in the country, have a variety of career options available to you, and get to be fun and creative with your work. What can be better than that?!

We can’t really name all of the reasons why you should come to KS ... but here are a few that are sure to get you excited!

• 43 years of proven experience in the cosmetology and beauty industry.
• A 10-day program that allows you to try the program before you buy it. We want to make sure you love this industry as much as we do!
• KS is the first cosmetology school in SC to offer students the Milady Business Fundamentals program, so students get cosmetology AND business skills.
• Photo shoots with world-renowned hair photographers.
• The chance to be featured in national hair magazines such as Sophisticates Hairstyle Guide and Sophisticates Black Hair Styles & Care Guide.
• The opportunity to compete in state and national hair and nail competitions.
• Help building a portfolio and creating a resume.
• The chance to participate in numerous community service projects and events.

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All of our campuses either have accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) or have accreditation pending. This accrediting agency ensures that our schools maintain the highest level of excellence.

Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology has seven campuses scattered across the state of South Carolina. We are located in Columbia (we have two campuses here), Florence, Greenville, North Augusta, Rock Hill, and Spartanburg.

Mr. Kenneth Shuler is owner and CEO of the company. Mr. Shuler has been a huge influence in the beauty industry in South Carolina, the nation, and the world for 43 years. He continues to be very active in everything that the schools do including student activities, curriculum, and hands-on training.

The cosmetology program is 1500 hours. Daytime students are contracted to be able to complete the program in under 12 months. Day students are contracted for 30 hours per week, for a total of 50 weeks.

Evening classes are available. Students who are contracted for the night schedule typically go to school around 20 hours per week and can complete the program in about 18 months.

Just pick up the phone and give us a call! Our friendly admissions reps want to hear from you and can answer any questions you may have. Plus, they can schedule a time for you to come into one of our campuses, meet the staff and students, and see our beautiful facilities!

We require all of our students to be at least 17 years of age and have a standard high school diploma, GED, or official transcript. Prospective students also need to have a driver’s license or photo ID, as well as a social security card.

No! All you need is to have a desire to do hair, skin, or nails and a love of the beauty industry! We’ll teach you the rest!

Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Please contact your local Admissions Representative for further details.

There are lots of scholarships available for potential students! All you have to do is visit the Financial Aid link at the top of the page and scroll down until you see the section on the right-hand side about scholarships. We encourage you to apply for as many as you can! If you’re a high-school student, you should also contact your guidance counselor to see if they have any scholarships available for our school.

Yes, you can transfer hours from another cosmetology school. However, Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology does have a specific policy on this issue. For more information, contact the Admissions Representative nearest you.

Besides teaching students what they need to know for their state board licensing exams, we also teach students how to successfully run a business through our business fundamentals program. We help students with their resumes, assist them in putting together a portfolio for potential employers to see, and teach them basic business skills such as clientele building.

Absolutely! We give all of our students the opportunity to be a part of a variety of community service projects including Cuts for Cancer, Locks of Love events, and the Souper Bowl of Caring. Giving back to the communities we serve is an important part of the Kenneth Shuler mission, so we encourage all of our students to do their part as well.

Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology graduates are highly sought after because we have an outstanding reputation within the cosmetology industry. Placement is never guaranteed, but our staff will work extensively with you to help you find a position that will suit your needs.

We are currently in the process of gathering information on all of our graduates so that we can officially have a KS Alumni Association. If you’re a past student, please click here to fill out our alumni survey so you can be included in any upcoming correspondences and events!

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