A completely original cosmetology education

"Enroll in a cosmetology school unlike any other in Minnesota."

Whether you want to be a hairstylist, eyelash technician, nail artist or cosmetology instructor, we are proud to offer a boutique beauty school experience that is thorough, career-focused customized to you. Being a small school in Hopkins, MN, we are better prepared to enroll driven students and train an elite class of professionals who are prepared to rise to the top of their field.

WILLIAM ANDERSON, FOUNDER
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Monthly Service Special!

Monthly Special Offers (5)

Free haircut with a $50 gift card in December. Get a a service or buy product with your gift card! No rain checks. Gift card is redeemable the day after purchase. Free haircut is valid January 2-31, 2025.

Why Choose Us

Setting standards. Students achieving goals.

Original in Vision

While many cosmetology schools teach to the bare minimum for licensure, Atelier Academy breaks the industry mold. With apprentice-style instruction that goes far beyond the basics, our vision is to graduate cosmetologists with elevated skill, experience and confidence. Our priority is education.

Original in Craft

With industry-leading partners like MoroccanOil, Redken and CND, Atelier students are immersed in fashion and beauty culture from their first day. With instructors from top salons, spas and schools, we focus on today’s salon trends and follow the industry’s innovators, leaving old-fashioned instruction and dated techniques behind.

Original in Education

One-on-one classes mean that every student gets a custom education based on his or her learning style. Our experienced teachers can adjust their instruction according to your goals, interests and strengths. Small class sizes mean individual attention, and that our students will never feel bored.

Small But Mighty

Cosmetology school can be a big investment. But we make the decision easy because our instructors are also investing in you. We pride ourselves in our reputation of graduates who go on to the most elite salons in the area, and our small class sizes mean that we can only accept driven, motivated students who can work hard, keep up with the latest trends, and develop a keen eye for style.

1550 Hours

Cosmetology

2025 January-April: $14,500.00

350 Hours

Nail Technician

2024 Academic Year: $3,300.00

14 Hours

Eyelash Extension Technician

2024 Academic Year: $1,150.00

900 Hours

Hair Technician

2024 Academic Year: $8,600

45 Hours

Instructor Course

Price: $650.00

8 Hours

Continuing Education

Price: $40.00-90.00

You Can Have It All

Dominate State Boards

Atelier prepares graduates to pass Minnesota State Board Tests and receive licensure.

Graduate Ahead of the Class

Enter the beauty industry with many client experiences and advanced knowledge as a result of limited class sizes.

Work in Top Salons

Find Atelier alum working in prestigious salons in Minnesota (and we have a few enjoying other larger cities including NYC...). If you want to know which salons, just ask us!

Utterly Flexible Learning

Our schedules, lesson plans and payment plans are flexible! Even our location is easily accessible for those in Minneapolis and greater Minnesota.

Business Education

Education beyond the technical skills required to find success. Learn about how to be your own boss and manager your career.

Who Do You Want To Become?

I want to do it all.

Be a star hairdresser or a jack of all trades with facials, nails, and eyelash extensions. Options are limitless with a cosmetology license.

I want to be a hair technician.

Take on luscious locks and modern crops, transform hair with color and texture. Make hair an artform with a hair license.

I want to be a nail tech.

Master the manicure and perfect the pedicure. Nail art, acrylic extensions, and soothing massage are your forte with a nail license.

I want to be an eyelash extension artist.

An acute sense of detail and designer eye launch a career in one of the biggest lash trends.

I want to expand my continuing education.

Courses for professional and sanitation procedures satisfy license renewal requirements.

I want to be an instructor.

Quality education sets up the success for the industry's future. Leave your mark here for generations to come.

What are you waiting for?

The beauty industry is growing at a rapid pace. Recruiters are scoping out our students every week, because our graduates are in-demand at top salons. Don't miss out on another opportunity to start a fun and lucrative career. Bonus - enjoy the faculty who are constantly striving to cultivate the best cosmetology school in MN.

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