FAQs - Iowa School of Beauty

Frequently Asked Questions

I’m a student previously/currently enrolled in beauty school and want to transfer to ISB, what are my next steps?

View our Transfer Student information.

What documents do I need in order to enroll?

View our Admissions Requirements.

Where can I request a tour?

Schedule a tour here.

Is ISB nationally accredited?

Yes. Iowa School of Beauty is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences http://naccas.org/naccas/

Where do I take my Iowa State Board Test?

https://idph.iowa.gov/Portals/1/Files/Licensure/cos_candidate_bulletin.pdf

How do I renew my license?

https://idph.iowa.gov/Licensure/Iowa-Board-of-Cosmetology-Arts-and-Sciences

Where can I sign up for continuing education classes?

You can register online here.

I need a copy of my transcript, where can I request for it?

Des Moines/Ankeny – [email protected]

Sioux City – [email protected]

Ottumwa – [email protected]

Marshalltown – [email protected]

Where can I sign up for continuing education classes?

ISB offers Spring and Fall classes for everyone to attend. ISB Alumni receive 50% off on all classes. Registration will be available here as classes are scheduled!

Can I just sign up for class, but not for Iowa Law?

Our ConEd class includes Iowa Law as independent study and if you choose to opt out, there will be no reduction in fee for the class.

What if I just need my 2 hours for Iowa Law?

Independent Study for Iowa Law and Sanitation is included in our continuing education classes, but you may pay the fee of $30 to receive your ConEd credit.

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Where can I get help to file for my financial aid?

Contact your Admissions team member at your preferred campus.

What documents do I need to sign up for Financial Aid?

To complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you will need:

  • Your Social Security Number
  • Your Alien Registration Number (if you are not a U.S. citizen)
  • Your federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned. (Note: You may be able to transfer your federal tax return information into your FAFSA using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool.)
  • Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
  • Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
  • An FSA ID to sign electronically.

If you are a dependent student, then you will also need most of the above information for your parent(s).

Can I receive Financial Aid for all programs available?

Financial Aid is accepted for Cosmetology, Massage Therapy, and Esthetics. Due to Nail Technology being a short program, financial aid is not available.

I would like to attend your Career Fair. How do I receive more information?

Email [email protected]

I would like to post a career opportunity, who do I send it to?

Email [email protected]