Cosmetology & Esthetics Enrollment

Application Deadline

Fall 2026 Cosmetology and Esthetician classes are full.
Cosmetology Spring 2027 class and Esthetician Waiting List Deadline: September 25, 2026 (online applications are processed once a month)
FAFSA is accepted for both the Basic Operator and Esthetician programs, you can find a link to the FAFSA website along with general MCC enrollment information by clicking below or on Apply Now at the top left of the screen.
McLennan’s Cosmetology programs have a 100% pass rate for both the Basic Operator and Esthetician programs.

To Enroll

  • Be 17 years of age or older.
  • Have a high school diploma, HSE, or GED.
  • Submit a completed program application by the deadline to the Cosmetology office.
    • If you have trouble completing the online application you can request a PDF application via email or you can pick up an application from the Cosmetology Department.
    • Online applications are processed once a month, applicants will receive an email from the department notifying them that their application was received.
  • Be a current MCC student in good standing with the college.
  • Pass the mandatory reading comprehension entrance exam.
    • This exam is given in our office free of charge in October and June.
    • TSI, SAT, ACT scores, and/or post-secondary education degrees will not be accepted in place of this exam.
    • Applicants will be contacted via email to schedule this exam once the dates are available.
  • Be accepted by the department and notified of you tentative starting semester.
  • Attend the mandatory information session scheduled by the department.

 

Submitting the MCC general student application does not automatically enroll you in our programs. The program application must be submitted to our department, and all enrollment requirements listed above completed for any applicant to be accepted into and registered for our programs. Academic advising is not required for our programs. Applicants will be contacted by our department regarding their application, next steps, and class availability. 

 

Those interested with a criminal background

Please be advised that your background could keep you from being licensed by the State of Texas.

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has guidelines on their website for applicants with criminal convictions.

If you have a question about your background and eligibility to be licensed, please contact the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) at 512-463-6599.

You also have the right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from TDLR.

TDLR Verification of Lawful Presence

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) requires proof of lawful presence to assign a permit to students in programs.

TDLR has provided information on the documents they accept as proof for students/applicants who do not have a social security number. 

Students who do not have a social security number will need to complete a paper student permit application and send that along with one of the accepted documents showing proof of lawful presence in to TDLR. This application will be provided to students after they are registered for classes.

Contact

Cosmetology & Esthetics
  254-299-8701
  nbeckwithdawson@mclennan.edu
  254-602-5269 (Text)
Located in Wing B of the CSC
4601 N 19th St.
Waco, TX 76708

 

Map showing the location of The Salon & Spa at McLennan Community College Community Services Center at 4601 North 19th Street in Waco, Texas, with nearby roads including North 19th Street, Lake Shore Drive, College Drive, and McLennan Drive.