VA Maximum Time Frame

Students must complete the educational program within the maximum time frame, which is based on attending at least 100% of the scheduled hours.

COURSELENGTHMAXIMUM TIME FRAMEMAXIMUM %
Cosmetology- Full Time29 Weeks29 Weeks100%
Cosmetology- Part Time40 Weeks40 Weeks100%
Barbering - Full Time (35 hrs per week)29 Weeks29 Weeks100%
Barbering - Full Time (30 hrs per week)34 Weeks34 Weeks100%
Barbering - Part Time40 Weeks40 Weeks100%
Esthetician- Full Time (35 hrs per week)17 Weeks17 Weeks100%
Esthetician- Full Time (30 hrs per week)20 Weeks20 Weeks100%
Esthetician- Part Time24 Weeks24 Weeks100%
Manicuring (600)- Full Time17 Weeks         17 Weeks100%
Manicuring (600)- Part Time30 Weeks30 Weeks100%
Manicuring (400)- Full Time12 Weeks12 Weeks100%
Manicuring (400)- Part Time16 Weeks16 Weeks100%

The maximum time frame calculation includes school published closures. Transfer students who need less than full course requirements, the maximum time frame will be determined based on 100% of the scheduled contracted hours. If any student enrolled fails to complete the program within the maximum time frame they will lose their eligibility for Title IV programs and may be terminated from the program. Students who exceed the maximum time frame may be permitted to re-enroll, and be charged tuition fees accordingly, on a cash-pay basis. Whether a student pays out of pocket or receives Title IV Financial aid all hours attempted and completed are considered part of the Satisfactory Academic Progress calculation. For students with a disability that appeal, the student’s disability will be considered as a factor towards maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress.