Use Your GI Bill® at a Beauty School in Orlando, FL
Turn Your Military Benefits Into Your Next Rewarding Career
You served. You earned your education benefits. Now they may help you train for a new career in beauty or barbering. Affinity Hair Academy in Orlando, Florida accepts eligible GI Bill® and VA education benefits for approved, hands-on career training programs.
For more than 13 years, our experienced admissions and certifying team has helped military students, veterans, and military spouses make the enrollment transition simple, supportive, and clear.
“I attended Affinity Hair Academy, I am a veteran of the Army and this school was great. They are very welcoming, the process was very easy. They have very knowledgeable instructors with real life experience. I went in not knowing much of the barbering world and what came with it. I definitely recommend this school they taught me all the skills I needed and I felt prepared and ready to start my career from day one after graduation.”
— Jose Ayala, U.S. Army Veteran
How to Use Your GI Bill® at Affinity Hair Academy
Click each step below to follow the enrollment and verification roadmap:
Step 1
Choose Your Career Program
Start by choosing the beauty or barbering career that fits your personal goals. Explore our four state-approved programs in Orlando:
Not sure which program is right for you? Our military admissions advisors can help you compare curriculum, schedules, and career options.
Step 2
Check Your VA Education Benefits
Visit the official U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website to verify which education benefit chapter you qualify for (e.g., Post-9/11 GI Bill® Ch. 33, Montgomery GI Bill® Ch. 30, Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Ch. 35, or Veteran Readiness & Employment VR&E Ch. 31).
Your exact benefits, tuition coverage, and Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA/BAH) depend on your service history and VA eligibility tier. Already have your VA education benefits established? Great — proceed to Step 4.
Step 3
Apply for Your VA Education Benefits (VA Form 22-1990)
If you have not applied yet, submit your application online through the VA. Veterans and active service members applying for GI Bill® benefits typically submit VA Form 22-1990. Eligible family members using transferred benefits submit VA Form 22-1990E.
Apply Online via Official VA.gov Portal →After the VA reviews your application, you will receive an official Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
Step 4
Contact Affinity Hair Academy Admissions
You do not have to figure out the school enrollment process alone. Call our admissions team and let us know:
We will explain the school enrollment steps, available programs, day or evening schedules, upcoming start dates, and documents needed by the school.
Step 5
Provide Your VA Documents (COE)
Provide a copy of your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) or VR&E authorization counselor paperwork to our admissions office.
Our School Certifying Official (SCO) will review your school enrollment documents, verify program compliance, and prepare your VA certification.
Step 6
Complete Your Enrollment & Prepare for Class
Once admissions requirements and applicable VA documentation are complete, our team will help you finish the enrollment agreement, receive your professional student kit, and prepare for day one of class.
We want the transition from “I’m interested” to “I’m ready for class” to feel clear, supportive, and simple.
You Earned Your Benefits. Put Them to Work.
Your military education benefits are more than financial assistance — they are an investment in the practical skills you need for your next profession. At Affinity Hair Academy in Orlando, you train on real clients in a modern clinic floor with instructors who are masters in their field.
Thank you for your service to our country.
We would be honored to help you explore how your earned benefits support your next professional chapter.
Military Spouses and Dependents
Are you a military spouse or qualifying dependent? You may be eligible for transferred Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits, Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA, Chapter 35), or the Fry Scholarship.
Our admissions advisors can help provide institutional tuition and schedule documentation while you confirm eligibility with the VA.
Florida Military Education Benefits
Some veterans, active-duty service members, and dependents may explore additional state programs through the Florida College System military benefits.
Eligibility rules vary by individual program and agency. We recommend reviewing details with the appropriate state coordinator to verify how state waivers or programs apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Direct answers to common questions about using military education benefits in Orlando.
Can I use the GI Bill® for beauty school in Orlando?
Yes. Affinity Hair Academy in Orlando accepts eligible GI Bill® and VA education benefits for approved training programs. Your individual eligibility, chapter, and monthly allowance are determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Does Affinity Hair Academy accept VA education benefits?
Yes. Eligible students may utilize applicable VA education benefits — including Chapter 33 (Post-9/11), Chapter 35 (DEA), and Chapter 31 (VR&E) — for approved programs at Affinity Hair Academy.
What beauty and barber programs are available?
Affinity Hair Academy offers career training in Cosmetology (1,200 Clock Hours), Barbering (1,200 Clock Hours), Full Specialty (600 Clock Hours), and Nail Technology (300 Clock Hours).
What should I do first?
Choose the program you wish to study and verify your benefit eligibility with the VA. Then contact Affinity Hair Academy at (407) 613-5972 so our admissions advisors can guide you through the enrollment and schedule selection process.
What is a Certificate of Eligibility (COE)?
A Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is an official document issued by the VA detailing your benefit eligibility, qualifying percentage, and remaining months of entitlement. Our school requires this document to certify your enrollment.
Can military spouses or dependents receive education benefits?
Yes. Qualifying spouses and dependents may be eligible for Chapter 35 DEA, transferred Post-9/11 GI Bill® entitlement, or specific Florida military scholarships.
Where is Affinity Hair Academy located?
Affinity Hair Academy is conveniently located at 12313 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32837. We proudly serve students from Orlando, Kissimmee, Hunters Creek, Meadow Woods, and throughout Central Florida.
Ready for Your Next Career?
You already took the first step by researching your options. Now let our admissions team help make the next steps easy. Choose your program, check your benefits, and take a tour of our campus.
Use Your Military Benefits for Career Training
Affinity Hair Academy is approved for Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33), Chapter 35, and VR&E (Chapter 31) across Cosmetology, Barbering, Full Specialist, and Nail Technology.
📞 Call Military Admissions: (407) 613-5972Does Affinity Hair Academy accept the GI Bill?
Yes. Affinity Hair Academy is VA-approved for GI Bill® benefits in our Cosmetology, Barbering, Full Specialist, and Nail Technician programs. Contact us to learn how to use your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) toward full tuition and supplies.
What barber schools in Orlando accept the GI Bill?
Affinity Hair Academy's Barbering program is VA-approved for GI Bill® benefits. We're a NACCAS-accredited school in Orlando with hands-on training and career placement assistance for veterans transitioning to civilian careers.
What cosmetology schools accept GI Bill benefits?
Affinity Hair Academy's Cosmetology program is VA-approved for GI Bill® benefits. We currently have veteran students enrolled and offer hands-on training and job placement assistance after graduation.