Affinity Hair Academy offers an Institutional Hardship Scholarship of up to $3,000, for those who qualify. It helps Cosmetology and Master Barber students with documented financial need cover the cost of their program after all other aid has been applied.
Who is eligible?
To be considered, you must:
- Be accepted into the Cosmetology (1,200 hours) or Master Barber (1,200 hours) program
- Complete the FAFSA using Federal School Code 042952
- Have financial need: an unpaid balance after your FAFSA, VA benefits and any other grants or scholarships are applied
- Provide documents that show the financial hardship
- Meet all admission requirements and sign the enrollment agreement
The Hardship Scholarship is not available for the Nail Technician, Full Specialty or Restricted Barber programs.
How to apply
- Complete your FAFSA at studentaid.gov with School Code 042952.
- Call (407) 613-5972 or book a tour to meet with our Financial Aid Office.
- Complete the Hardship Scholarship Application and give us your supporting documents.
- Our school administration reviews your application. If approved, you receive a written award letter.
How the award works
- The award is up to $3,000 and is never more than your unpaid balance for tuition and fees.
- The amount depends on your unpaid balance and the hardship you document. It is not based on when or how you pay.
- The scholarship is a credit to your tuition account. It has no cash value.
- You must stay enrolled and meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) to keep the scholarship.
- If you withdraw, any part of the scholarship not yet applied is canceled.
- The scholarship may reduce federal student loan eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who qualifies for the Hardship Scholarship?
A: Cosmetology and Master Barber students at Affinity Hair Academy who complete the FAFSA and have documented financial need after all other aid is applied, for those who qualify.
Q: How much is the Hardship Scholarship?
A: Up to $3,000, for those who qualify. The award is never more than the student's unpaid balance for tuition and fees.
Q: Can I use the Hardship Scholarship for Nail Tech or Full Specialty?
A: No. The Hardship Scholarship applies only to the Cosmetology and Master Barber programs.
Q: Do I get the scholarship in cash?
A: No. It is applied as a credit to your tuition account.
Talk to our Financial Aid Office
Book a 20-minute tour or call (407) 613-5972.
Affinity Hair Academy – 12313 South Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32837