How do I transfer my hours or license?
At the Atelier Academy, we accept transfers on a case-by-case basis.
Whether you're looking to transfer hours from a different school, transfer your license between states, or bring in training or licensure from a different country, we've got you covered!
Choose the option below that best fits your situation for more information.
Another School
Transferring Hours From Another Cosmetology School
We take transfer students on a case-by-case basis depending on the number of hours transferring in and requirements needed to attend. We fluctuate in capacity and sometimes may have to deny or delay transfer entry until we have space in a class. Keep in mind that you may need to start on a future start date with open availability.
Important Considerations
There are a couple of things to be aware of during your transfer process:
- Your program hours must have been completed within the last 5 years in order to be eligible for transfer.
- The Atelier does not accept FAFSA. All tuition payments must be made by the time a student graduates.
- We can only accept transfer hours into identical programs. For example, we can accept cosmetology hours into our cosmetology program, but we cannot accept them into our hair technician program.
- We are able to accept some kit items from other schools and provide any additional items or textbooks you may need for a fee. Kit items must be reviewed by our school director and manager and cannot be branded with other school logos.
- We'd like to set up a tour for you to come see our school and hear more about our program to determine if the Atelier is the right fit for you.
After taking a tour and learning more about our academy's details, in order to start your transfer, we will need you to complete the application process.
- A completed application packet
- A copy of your high school transcript, diploma, or GED
- A $50 application fee
- Your previous school transcript detailing hours and quotas (if required in your state/country) completed
- $100 transfer analysis fee
Once we have all the pieces together, we'll be able to set up a registration appointment where you'll be able to select when you start and see what your prorated hours and fees would look like.
Another State
Transferring a License from Another State
Domestic License Transfer applicants who transfer from a state with fewer required education hours must complete their remaining hours at a MN cosmetology school and take the Practical Skills Test unless they've held their license for 3 years or more.
Those who completed education hours in a different state but did not achieve their license can follow the transfer requirements in Another School tab.
Tuition & Fees
- Application: $50
- Transfer Analysis Fee Evaluation: $100
- Skills Test Cost: $250
- Registration Fee: 15% of tuition or $100 - whichever is less.
- Prorated Tuition for hours: Calculated after we know the exact number of hours needed.
- Extra training hours (if needed from not passing a portion of your test): $12/hour
Getting Started
- Apply to Atelier Academy as a transfer student - Application here.
Please selected "Transfer" on the application. - Submit your previous school transcripts with the application - We need your previous school transcripts to verify how many hours you need. If there are any services or skills missing from your transcript that are required in MN, we will work with you to complete them.
- Pay your $50 Application Fee + Transfer Analysis Fee $100
- We review your documents and set up a registration appointment to determine your class schedule and set a date for your Practical Skills Test.
Practical Skills Test
The Practical Skills Test is a hands-on exam where you will perform a set of skills pertinent to your license.
Things to know:
- The test is completed over 1-2 days.
- You will need to bring a live model for the test.
- A mannequin head may also be required depending on your license
- You are responsible for bringing certain tools and supplies. A list will be provided.
Please review the Combined Practical Skills Test (PST) Guide for more information.
Another Country
Transferring Training or a License from Another Country
If you completed training or licensure in a previous country, please review one of the following:
If you have training in cosmetology, nail technology, or esthetics CLICK HERE
If you have training in hair only CLICK HERE
Getting Started
All foreign transfers must take a Practical Skills Test at a Minnesota cosmetology school. If you need additional training to meet Minnesota license requirements, you may need to attend additional hours.
In order to get start, you'll need to submit:
- An application packet - Please select "Transfer" on page 3
- Your Foreign Credentials Evaluation Report - for more information, see the links above
- $50 application fee
- $100 transfer analysis fee
- A copy of your high school transcript or diploma
Once we receive your application, we will schedule a registration appointment to determine your class schedule and set a date for the Practical Skills Test.
Tuition & Fees
- Application: $50
- Transfer Analysis Fee Evaluation: $100
- Skills Test Cost: $250
- Registration Fee: 15% of tuition or $100 - whichever is less.
- Prorated Tuition for hours: Calculated after we know the exact number of hours needed, if any.
- Extra training hours (if needed from not passing a portion of your test): $12/hour
Practical Skills Test
The Practical Skills Test is a hands-on exam where you will perform a set of skills pertinent to your license.
Things to know:
- The test is completed over 1-2 days.
- You will need to bring a live model for the test.
- A mannequin head may also be required depending on your license
- You are responsible for bringing certain tools and supplies. A list will be provided.
Please review the Combined Practical Skills Test (PST) Guide for more information.
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