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, and 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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JUNE 2026
Small But Mighty
Cosmetology school can be a big investment. 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.
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 technician.
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 esthetician.
Sculpt eyebrows and prescribe the perfect facial. Makeup and lash extensions complete the full look with an esthetician license.
I want to be an eyelash extension artist.
An acute sense of detail and a designer eye can launch a career in one of the biggest lash trends.
I want to be an instructor.
Quality education sets up the success of the industry's future. Leave your mark here for generations to come.
I want to expand my education.
Courses for licensed practitioners looking to satisfy their core and professional practice continuing education hours for license renewal.
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.