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Excel Academy of Cosmetology Merrillville Campus is located on Broadway at 80th Place, in the
North West corner of the street. Our 5,900 square foot one-story building has ample parking
facilities and is close to major shopping areas. Our 40 station clinic is spacious and is well
lighted. The building is furnished with state-of-the-art instructional equipment and class sizes
are kept small to ensure an optimum learning environment.


Merrillville Campus

Ursula Cast : School Administrator

7990 Broadway
Merrillville, IN 46410
ph: (219)793.9246
fax: (219)793.9271
E-mail : ExcelMV@jpmspro.com

Class Schedules:

Cosmetology Class
Instructor Class

Admission:

Enrollment Application
Finance Options
Requirements

Information:

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Clinic Menu Price List
Transfers & Prev. Training


......Cosmetology Class Schedule and Cost  ( Merrillville )       top of page

There is only one schedule available for the cosmetology course and we accept only 12 students.

Full Time: Classes begin five times per year. Classes meet Tuesday through Saturday from
8:00 am to 4:30 pm for 9 1/2 months. You may submit an e-mail application by clicking on the
enrollment link above or you can obtain an application for enrollment at the school Tuesday through
Saturday or by calling 219-793-9246.

Class starting dates are January 26, 2010 • April 6, 2010 • June 15, 2010 • August 31, 2010 •
November 9, 2010.

Cosmetology Course Costs

Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Kit and Uniform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enrollment Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$7750.00
$2,000.00
$500.00
$250.00
$10,500.00

* The registration fee is due at the time of enrollment. A monthly payment plan is available for the
remaining balance. We also have the Sallie Mae Career Loan which is based on your credit.

* Please call to set up an appointment to see the school. We will be happy to show you around an
answer any questions you may have.

* Students are responsible for applying and paying for their state board examination after they
complete their course of study.

Cosmetology Payment Schedule

FULL-TIME

At Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
First Day of Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Monthly for 8 Months . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

$250.00
$3,750.00
$812.50

......Cosmetology Instructor Class Schedule and Cost ( Merrillville )  top of page

Full Time: The instructors course of study is a 1000 clock hour program which takes approximately
6 months to complete. Course work includes an overall review of cosmetology, instruction in Course
outlining and development, assisting the clinic, record keeping and teaching classes under the direct
supervision of our instructors. You may submit an e-mail application by clicking on the enrollment link
above or you can obtain an application for enrollment at the school Tuesday through Saturday or by
calling 219-793-9246.

Class starting dates are the same as the cosmetology class start dates : January 26, 2010 •
April 6, 2010 • June 15, 2010 • August 31, 2010 • November 9, 2010.

Instructor Course Costs

Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Uniform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enrollment Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$1,010.00
$200.00
$40.00
$250.00
$1,500.00

* The enrollment fee is due at the time of enrollment. A monthly payment plan is available for the
remaining balance. Overtime charges will be assessed beyond the 8% allowed absences, at a cost
of $5.00 per hour, billed upon reaching the date when the course was due to be complete.

* Students are responsible for applying and paying for their state board examination after they
complete their course of study.

Instructor Payment Schedule

At Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
First Day of Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Monthly payments for 5 Months . . . . . . .
$250.00
$500.00
$150.00



......Transfers & Previous Training  ( Merrillville )       top of page

Transfer students and persons having previous training in cosmetology or manicuring training
may begin class at Excel Academies of Cosmetology on the next scheduled class start date,
space permitting.
Transfer students and persons having previous training in the cosmetology,
manicuring and esthetics program will be required to take a test consisting of both written and
practical. The application will then be sent to the State Board and the hours of previous training
credited if approved by the State Board.

A $250.00 registration fee will be required and the students may then enroll at a cost of $5.00
an hour for each hour needed to complete the course. Transfer students must also pay the
state fee of $15.00 and be required to wear the school uniform and name tag. Equipment from
the students previous school may be used. However, if the previous kit is not complete, the
the student may be required to purchase additional equipment. Students may also be
required to purchase Excel's textbooks.


......Finance Options  ( Merrillville )        top of page

  • Cash

  • Payment Plan

  • SLM Financing

  • TFC Financing Solutions

  • Excel Scholarships: A $250 scholarship will be awarded to any current year graduating high
    school senior in a traditional school with these honors - Valedictorian, Salutatorian, top 10%
    of graduating class or a member of the National Honor Society.


......Admission Requirements  ( Merrillville )        top of page

  • Applicants to all programs must be at least 16 years of age, have a high school diploma or have
    a general education development certificate.

  • Applicants to the instructor training program must hold a current cosmetology license issued by
    the state regulatory agency, and have a high school diploma or have a general education
    development certificate.

Class sizes are restricted to help keep a student/instructor ratio which will insure maximum assistance
to each student. Students may start enrolling for any class 6 months prior to the starting date of the
class. Enrollments will be accepted up to one week prior to the class start date or until the class
becomes full, whichever becomes first. Therefore, we encourage early registration if you wish to begin
with a specific class. A registration fee paid at the time you sign a contract will guarantee you a seat
in the upcoming class.

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