Ready to turn your passion for beauty into a career? Our admissions process is designed to be clear, supportive, and fast-moving—so you can focus on the artistry that brought you here.

Who We’re Looking For

• Age & Education – You must be 17+ with a high-school diploma or qualify as a Mature Student (19+) who can demonstrate readiness through an interview and past experience.

• Language Skills – If English isn’t your first language, plan to show IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 46, or CLB 6+.

• Drive & Professionalism – A short personal statement and a relaxed one-on-one interview help us see your goals and passion for the industry.

• ID & Status – Bring government photo ID; international students staying 6 + months also need proof of legal status in Canada.

Step-by-Step Application

1. Book Your Campus Tour – See our 3,220 sq ft downtown Victoria space, from light-filled classrooms to the on-site salon and student lounge garden.

2. Apply & Interview – Sit down with our Admissions Director, ask anything, and share your career vision.

3. Secure Your Spot – Pay the $100 registration fee, then choose the payment plan that fits (e.g., $3,500 down + monthly instalments).

4. Orientation & Kit Pickup – Grab your professional toolkit (we source it at wholesale to save you 15-25 %) and meet your future mentors and classmates.

Program Snapshot

• Cosmetology Diploma – 1,500 hours

• Full-Time: 10 months | Part-Time: 16 months

• Tuition: $17,000 | Books + Kit: $3,500

• Blended learning option (Zoom) available for approved students.

Why Summit Salon Academy Victoria?

• L’Oréal-backed education plus business training from Summit Salon Business Center.

• Small class sizes (max 20 students per educator) for hands-on attention.

• Career coaching and salon placement support starting six weeks before graduation.

Take the First Step

Spots fill quickly and our next cohort is already forming. Apply Now or call us at (604) 307-9642 to lock in your seat and start sculpting the career you’ve imagined.

Your chair is waiting—let’s create something beautiful together.

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