Meridian Community College is the place to be for students interested in the field of Cosmetology.  MCC offers two programs that prepare students to care for the hair, hands, feet, and complexion (Cosmetology program and Nail Technician program).

The Cosmetology program curriculum is in compliance with the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology standards. The program combines classroom, lab, and clinical training experiences as well as requiring a total of 1,500 clock hours (230 classroom theory hours and 1270 supervised work training hours).  The student will receive a certificate and be eligible to take the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology license's exam. For more information on this program read the gainful employment disclosure.

Minimum admission requirement (in addition to general admission requirements):

Attain an ACT composite score of 14 and math subscore of 14;

Or

Score a 50.5 or higher on the ACCUPLACER Reading Section and a 35 or above on the Arithmetic Section;

Or

Earn a grade of "C" in Intermediate English (ENG 1023) and in Introductory Algebra (MAT 1203);

Or

Complete 15 Semester hours of program general education courses with a "C" average (CGPA of 2.0) or above at an accredited college or university and demonstrate competency for Beginning Algebra (MAT 1203).  Developmental coursework does not satisfy this requirement.

And

Have a High School diploma or GED.

And

Attend a Cosmetology Orientation Session.  Students will receive notice from the Admissions Office about scheduling their Orientation Session.

Students in MCC's Cosmetology Program must attend MCC full-time (12 or more semester credit hours).

Final selection into the Cosmetology Program is determined by the selection committee. Also, the ability to benefit does not apply to the Cosmetology program; the student must have either a high school diploma or GED.

NOTE:  In order for a student o progress in MCC's Cosmetology Program, the student must earn a grade of "C" or better on each COV course.  A minimum passing grade of 85 percent is required in each Cosmetology program course per the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology, "Laws, Rules and Regulations," 2007, pp77.

Admission requirements, curriculum, and other program information subject to change.  See your program advisor/counselor for additional information.