Consumer Information
Information on this page is provided for students and the community. This information is provided in compliance with the Higher Education Act of 1965 as amended, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, the Student Right to Know Act, the Jeanne Cleary Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.
Campus student-right-to-know information: campus security, diversity, placement, graduation and retention.
For other important policies please see the Student Handbook or Minnesota School of Cosmetology Catalog.
Grievance Policy
For information on Minnesota School of Cosmetology’s grievance policy, please see the Course Catalog .
PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE
Licensure requirements vary from state to state and are subject to change. If you are considering enrolling in a program with Minnesota School of Cosmetology (MSC) that leads to professional licensure, we highly recommend that you contact the appropriate state licensing agency in your state or the state where you intend to work to seek the most up-to-date information about state licensure requirements prior to, and during, enrollment. The U.S. Department of Labor has provided this resourceful website: License Finder. If you would like assistance in finding your state’s licensure requirements, please contact your program chair or campus staff at MSC.
Professional licensure information for each program can also be found in the Minnesota School of Cosmetology Student Catalog.
Programs
The Cosmetology program does lead to professional licensure in the state of Minnesota, upon passing the state board examination. The cosmetology program meets Minnesota licensure requirements, as well as Wisconsin educational requirements. Students are required to contact DSPS to inquire if they are eligible for Wisconsin licensure prior to applying for examination. DSPS: www.dsps.wi.gov or 1-608-266-2112. Relocating could impact whether you meet licensure requirements in another state or territory. Licensure is required to be a cosmetologist in all states. Please refer to the Minnesota School of Cosmetology school catalog for further information on program curriculum and licensure eligibility. For state/territory requirements, please click on an agency below.
The Esthiology program does lead to professional licensure in the state of Minnesota, upon passing the state board examination. Relocating could impact whether you meet licensure requirements in another state or territory. The esthiology program does not meet Wisconsin licensure requirements. Licensure is required to be an esthetician in all states with the exception of Connecticut. Please refer to the Minnesota School of Cosmetology school catalog for further information on program curriculum and licensure eligibility. For state/territory requirements, please click on an agency below.
The Instructor program does lead to professional licensure in the state of Minnesota, upon passing the state board examination. Licensure is required to be a licensed instructor in the state of Minnesota. Relocating could impact whether you meet licensure requirements in another state or territory. The instructor program does not meet Wisconsin licensure requirements. Please refer to the Minnesota School of Cosmetology school catalog for further information on entrance requirements, program curriculum, and licensure eligibility. For state/territory requirements, please click on an agency below.
State/territory requirements for the cosmetology, esthiology, and instructor programs:
Licensure requirements are not available in: American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, and U.S. Virgin Islands.
The Massage Therapy program does lead to professional licensure, upon passing the MBLEx licensing exam offered by the Federation of State Massage Therapy Board (FSMTB). Licensure requirements in Minnesota are determined within cities, counties, and municipalities and students need to research local requirements to ensure compliance. Relocating could impact whether you meet licensure requirements in another state or territory. The massage therapy program does not meet Wisconsin licensure requirements. Licensure is required to practice massage therapy in the state of Wisconsin. Please refer to the Minnesota School of Cosmetology school catalog for further information on program curriculum and licensure eligibility. For state and territory requirements, please visit the state regulations page on the FSMTB website, https://www.fsmtb.org/consumer-information/regulated-states/, or click on a state/territory or agency below.
Licensure requirements are not available in: American Samoa, Guam, and Northern Mariana Islands.
*State: License Finder on CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor
Agency: Provided by the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB)