April 2026 Scholarship Opportunities
We’re excited to offer scholarship opportunities for students starting classes in April 2026.
Eligible Programs & Scholarship Awards
Eligible Start Dates (April 2026 Only)
To be eligible, students must enroll and begin classes on one of the following dates:
Enrollment and program start must occur on the dates listed above to qualify for the scholarship.
Established as a 501c3 in 2013, Beauty Changes Lives is a non-profit organization awarding beauty school tuition scholarships generously funded by leading beauty brands. The Beauty Changes Lives scholarship portfolio includes tuition scholarships for aspiring hairstylists, nail professionals, estheticians, makeup artists, massage therapists and barbers. In addition to “basic” scholarships, Beauty Changes Lives offers “advanced” scholarships for licensed professionals, including beauty educators. Since its inception, Beauty Changes Lives has awarded more than 500 scholarships, opening doors of opportunity that range from working behind the scenes at New York Fashion Week, to opening thriving businesses.
For more information, visit www.beautychangeslives.org/scholarships. Or call BCL directly at 760-733-8383
Scholly has helped students win more than $100 million dollars in scholarships. They take the hassle out of the scholarship search process and increase your chances of matching you with scholarships in minutes.
Established as a 501c3 in 2013, Beauty Changes Lives is a non-profit organization awarding beauty school tuition scholarships generously funded by leading beauty brands. The Beauty Changes Lives scholarship portfolio includes tuition scholarships for aspiring hairstylists, nail professionals, estheticians, makeup artists, massage therapists and barbers. In addition to “basic” scholarships, Beauty Changes Lives offers “advanced” scholarships for licensed professionals, including beauty educators. Since its inception, Beauty Changes Lives has awarded more than 500 scholarships, opening doors of opportunity that range from working behind the scenes at New York Fashion Week, to opening thriving businesses.
For more information, visit www.beautychangeslives.org/scholarships. Or call BCL directly at 760-733-8383
Scholly has helped students win more than $100 million dollars in scholarships. They take the hassle out of the scholarship search process and increase your chances of matching you with scholarships in minutes.
NIC is excited to announce that applications are officially open for the Prestigious
Aurie J. Gosnell Scholarship Award!
Accepting Applications March 1 – May 31, 2026
If you’re ready to be considered for this incredible opportunity, submit your application anytime during the open period.
History of the Scholarship Award
Aurie Gosnell once said, “I had a dream, and that dream came true and is still happening.”
As the first appointed President of NIC in 1968, Aurie envisioned something bold: a truly national cosmetology examination that would unite states across the country through one shared standard of excellence.
In 1969, she brought this dream to the NIC conference in Hawaii. Thirteen states immediately recognized the power of her vision and joined her in supporting a national testing program. With determination and collaboration, Aurie partnered with the Psychological Testing Corporation of New York and Milady Publishing Company, and in 1970, the very first national cosmetology exam was born.
That spark grew into the strong, respected national organization we are today.
Aurie continued to shape NIC for decades, earning the title of Coordinator of Testing Emeritus in 2002 and serving as a lifetime member who generously shared her wisdom with the NIC Executive Board and the Members. Her leadership, passion, and unwavering belief in elevating the profession continue to inspire us.
To honor her extraordinary legacy, NIC proudly carries her spirit forward through the Aurie J. Gosnell Scholarship Award, a tribute to her vision, her dedication, and the countless professionals whose lives she helped shape.
If you’re ready to be part of this legacy and pursue this prestigious scholarship, click the button below to learn how to apply!