Admissions
Requirements
Everything you need to know before applying.
Washington Barber College is proud to maintain accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education (COE)
Attending an accredited institution is important because it helps ensure:
- Quality educational standards
- Career-focused instruction
- Employer recognition
- Eligibility considerations for certain financial aid opportunities
- Accountability and continuous institutional improvement
Washington Barber College, Inc. admits as regularly enrolled students only those persons who have:
Eligibility
To enroll, you must:
- Identification — current driver's license or state issued photo identification.
- Have a High School diploma or transcripts showing graduation date.
- Have a recognized equivalent of a High School Diploma such as a home schooled certificate by the state where the student resided during home school, or a General Education Diploma (GED).
- Are at least 17 years of age (beyond the age of compulsory education in the State in which the institution is physically located).
- Are not currently enrolled at a primary or secondary institution.
Required documents
Submit with your application:
- Government-issued photo ID
- High school diploma or GED transcript
- Social Security card
- Completed FAFSA (if seeking aid)
- $40 application fee
Schedule: Programs are based on 35 (Full-time) and 27 (Part-time) clock hours a week.
FAQ
Common questions.
Can I apply without a GED?+
We require a high school diploma or GED equivalent for enrollment.
Is there an interview?+
Yes — a 30-minute conversation with an admissions advisor, in-person or virtual.
Can I transfer credits?+
We evaluate prior cosmetology or barber hours on a case-by-case basis.