The Makeup Program
Makeup Academy - Schenectady, NY
Learn about the art of professional makeup from instructors who are knowledgeable, experienced makeup specialists. This program goes beyond the makeup basics taught in most cosmetology programs and delivers in-depth preparation for you to start a career as a makeup artist. From hands-on training in application techniques to consultation and development of a hard-copy makeup portfolio you’ll discover the skills you need to begin 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.
CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Our Makeup
Artist Programs
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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:
- 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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