Financing Your Beauty Education.
Military Benefits - GI Bill® and Middle-Class Scholarship.
At Affinity Hair Academy, we proudly support our military community. If you are a Veteran, active-duty service member, or a qualifying dependent, we encourage you to ask about Military VA benefits and GI Bill® funding that may help cover your training.
For more than 20 years, we’ve created personalized beauty and wellness programs designed to meet each student’s needs. Our mission is simple: deliver the highest quality education and hands-on training to help you build a successful beauty career.
Affinity Hair Academy accepts Military VA benefits, including GI Bill® programs for eligible students.
The GI Bill® is a trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
For full details on benefits, visit the VA website
If you’re unsure which benefits you qualify for, our admissions team can guide you through the process.
Students may also qualify for Middle Class Scholarship opportunities. For more information, visit: the [Florida College System military benefits page]
We’re here to help you explore all available financial options.
Our beauty school programs are designed for students ready to begin a rewarding career in:
With experienced instructors, hands-on salon training, and career support, we provide everything you need to thrive in the beauty industry.
Whether your goal is to become a cosmetologist, barber, full specialty, or nail technician
Enroll Today & Start Your Beauty Journey
Experience the difference of training in a program where your success is our mission.
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Frequently Asked Questions About GI Bill® & VA Benefits
Can I use my GI Bill® at Affinity Hair Academy in Orlando?
Yes. Affinity Hair Academy is an approved career training facility for eligible veterans, active-duty service members, and military dependents utilizing GI Bill® benefits.
Which VA education chapters are accepted for barbering and cosmetology?
We accept Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33), Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance (Chapter 35), and Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E, Chapter 31) for tuition, supplies, and monthly housing allowances (BAH) where applicable.
Can I use VR&E (Chapter 31) for barber or cosmetology school in Florida?
Yes. Eligible veterans with a service-connected disability rating can utilize VR&E to fully cover their beauty or barber education, professional kit, and licensing exam costs.
How do I enroll using my military benefits at Affinity?
Bring your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from va.gov to our campus at 12313 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, or call admissions at (407) 613-5972 to verify your coverage and set up your class schedule.