The Makeup Program

Makeup Academy - Schenectady, NY

Learn the art of makeup. This program goes beyond the makeup basics taught in the cosmetology program and delivers in-depth preparation for a career as a makeup artist. Learn every aspect of professional makeup from instructors who are knowledgeable, experienced makeup specialists. From hands-on training in application techniques and portfolio development to consultation and retail skills, the program teaches the skills you need for a career as a makeup artist in salons, spas, bridal, editorial, runway, film and television.

Become a Certified
Makeup Artist

Welcome to your journey toward becoming a true professional in makeup. The Ultimate Face® certified team of instructors understands the importance of real-world application, so the classes are formatted to educate and empower the working makeup artist. The program covers all aspects of specialized professional makeup artistry, including client makeover, runway, bridal, multimedia, camouflage, editorial, special effects, film, and television.

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STUDENT KIT

We want you to be prepared. That’s why our Future Professionals receive their own professional kit packed with all the essentials—brushes, cleansers, lip and eye color pallettes, liners, blush, mascara, lash extensions, and more—so you’re ready to succeed in school and launch your dream career.

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HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?

School Supplies, Kit, and Tuition Costs

Tuition $2,240.00
Application Fee (non-refundable) 55.00
Kit, Equipment, Textbook, Supplies (non-refundable) 1,450.00
TOTAL COSTS $3,745.00

How long will it take?

School Required Hours

Commitment to Complete Program: 140 hours

When can I get started?

Ready to get started? Here are our upcoming start dates for this program:

April 11, 2023 Full-time 140 hour Day Makeup Academy
May 23, 2023 Full-time Day 140 hour Makeup Academy
July 05, 2023 Full-time Day 140 hour Makeup Academy
August 15, 2023 Full-time Day 140 hour Makeup Academy
October 03, 2023 Full-time Day 140 hour Makeup Academy
November 14, 2023 Full-time Day 140 hour Makeup Academy
December 27, 2023 Full-time Day 140 hour Makeup Academy

STUDENT EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS

5 Ultimate Makeup Luminous Treatment Foundation SPF 15 (student kit)
1 Ultimate Makeup Transformer Primer (student kit)
7 Ultimate Makeup Double Effect Powder (student kit)
2 Ultimate Makeup Creamy Concealer (student kit)
3 Ultimate Makeup Perfetto Concealer (student kit)
1 Ultimate Makeup Defining Duo (student kit)
2 Ultimate Makeup Creamy Blush (student kit)
1 Ultimate Makeup Luminous Blush (student kit)
3 Ultimate Makeup Defining Wax (student kit)
10 Ultimate Makeup Lip Color (student kit)
3 Ultimate Makeup Lip Veil (student kit)
5 Ultimate Makeup Lip Gloss (student kit)
5 Ultimate Makeup Power Gloss (student kit)
3 Ultimate Makeup Duo Pencils – Eye and Lip (student kit)
1 Ultimate Makeup Pro Duo Sharpener (student kit)
1 Ultimate Makeup Pro Beauty Palette Shadow (student kit)
1 Ultimate Makeup Pro Art Palette Shadow (student kit)
1 Ultimate Makeup Pro Skin Palette (student kit)
1 Ultimate Makeup Pro Lip Palette (student kit)
2 Ultimate Makeup Liquid Liner Duo (student kit)
1 Ultimate Makeup Lash Sculpt Mascara (student kit)
3 Ultimate Makeup FSC Certified Brush Collections Powder,
Foundation, Angle, Lip, Concealer, Round, Flat (student kit)
1 Ultimate Makeup Soft Sided Black Makeup Case (student kit)

REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS

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Funding Your Education

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