We have two campuses fully-equipped to give you in-depth training and experience. Both campuses offer both our cosmetology and nail programs, so you can choose the location closest to you!

• Hays Campus – 1214 E. 27th St. Hays, Kansas 67601
• Salina Campus – 115 S. 5th St. Salina, Kansas 67401

Explore convenient parking, city amenities, and convenience around either of our locations. No matter which you choose, you will receive the same high-quality service, education, and results.

Reach out to the campus you are interested in by giving us a call or filling out a form on our website. From there, we will find a time that works best for you to walk through our facilities, meet the staff, and go over admission requirements together.

Yes! Hays Academy of Hair Design is nationally accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS). Our commitment to excellence means exemplifying national standards for a robust education, maximizing job prospects, and providing students with the care and resources they need to thrive—no matter where they are in their career development or application process.

Accreditation makes it possible for qualified students to participate in federal financial aid programs. Also, achieving accreditation demonstrates that the school in question meets stringent national education standards.

By choosing an accredited school, you can move forward in your education confident that the skills and academic structure are held to high standards.

Classes start at different times throughout the year, so it’s always a good time to reach out and see when you can start your first day of class! In general, our programs often start four times per year during these months:

• February
• May
• August
• October

As an accredited school, federal aid is accessible to students who meet financing criteria. There are a number of different programs reserved for individuals in these circumstances. Give us a call for assistance in applying for these benefits, and an admissions director will walk you through the process and extent of the program.

Go online to submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Use these codes to better help us see what you may qualify for.

• Hays Campus:015944 
• Salina Campus: E02178 

Filling out the FAFSA® can help determine eligibility for Pell Grants and other types of federal loans.

Yes, if you use codes 015944 (Hays Campus) or E02178 (Salina Campus) when you apply. It takes approximately two or three weeks from the date that you submit your FAFSA® for Hays Academy of Hair Design to receive it. Upon receiving your information, we will contact you about eligibility information and answer any additional questions you may have about starting cosmetology or nail school.

A Pell Grant is a need-based grant that is generally awarded to students who have not yet earned a bachelor’s, graduate, or professional degree. A Pell Grant does not have to be repaid, and offers a unique opportunity for career growth.

An Unsubsidized Stafford Loan is available to all eligible students regardless of financial need. Interest begins accruing as soon as the loan is disbursed, and payments often begin 6 months after you leave school.

A Subsidized Stafford Loan is available to those who demonstrate financial need. You do not need to pay interest that accrues while you are in school, and similar to an Unsubsidized loan, payments often begin 6 months after you leave school.

Visit www.fafsa.gov online for more information, or to submit your FAFSA®.

A Master Promissory Note (MPN) is the electronic loan agreement that you will sign if you wish to receive any federal loans. Entrance Counseling is an information session that must be completed online prior to the receipt of any federal loans. Both of these items can be completed online at www.studentaid.gov, with our administrators available to help.

Yes, both nail technology and cosmetology are taught at both campuses. No matter which campus you choose, you are receiving the same high-quality and thorough education. Transit or transfer between campuses is not required for graduation.

Hays Academy has assisted in educating and mentoring many graduates who have gone on to start successful careers upon graduation. Although no school can guarantee employment, there are a number of ways that Hays Academy of Hair Design supports students in achieving careers:

1. Career Services. Our teams keep active relations with salons in the area and are informed of new salon openings, ongoing opportunities, and job fairs.
2. Personal Cover Letter and Resume Assistance. We collaborate to optimize your resume, cover letter, and portfolio to be better prepared for interviews with potential employers.
3. Portfolio Building. We help you learn how to showcase your best work on social media and other platforms.
4. Networking Opportunities With Local Salons. Meet, engage with, and get to know local employers through our collaborative events such as career fairs.

Business Classes. Understanding the fundamentals of business and salon management can assist students in their future careers. We emphasize both theory and practical knowledge, which lends managerial and administrative experience for our students.

We have the full list of services and prices of services listed online. If you don’t see the service you want done listed on our website, call us, as it may still be possible! And, all salon services are provided by students under the supervision of licensed professionals, which means you can support our students as you receive a new hairstyle, haircut, manicure, or something else!

If you’re ready to schedule an appointment, give either our Hays campus or Salina campus a call or fill out a form! We’ll ask you when you want to set your appointment and what service you’re requesting. We ask that as our students are learning, expect appointments to take longer than a traditional salon appointment. Thanks for your support!