Scholarship Opportunities at Rizzieri Aveda School
The following scholarship opportunities at Rizzieri Aveda School are available for all applicants and students to apply for:
The Sallie Mae Fund
The Sallie Mae Fund is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors, administered by Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF). The program will award 30 scholarships of up to $10,000 to help high school seniors access higher education.
Eligibility:
- Enrolled as a Pell-Grant eligible high school senior for 2026-2027 academic year.
- Plan to enroll as a first-time, incoming freshman at an accredited postsecondary institution or continuous education program during the 2026- 2027 academic year.
- Two-year schools
- Four-year schools
- Vocational/technical certificate/certification program
- Demonstrate leadership abilities and good moral character with accumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher.
- A U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551.
Students can apply at: Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors. The deadline is April 24, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
We appreciate the critical role you play in connecting students with resources that help make higher education more accessible and affordable and encourage you to share this opportunity with eligible seniors at your school.
In addition, Sallie Mae offers more free tools and resources to help families plan and pay for higher education, including Scholly Scholarships, a monthly $2,000 No Essay Scholarship, a quarterly $5,000 Grad School No Essay Scholarship, and Scholly Easy Apply.
GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP*
Requirements: Two letters of recommendation. One letter from an industry professional or a high school staff member. The second letter can be from a non-family member. Due at time of Registration.
Cosmetology: $1,000.00 | Manicuring: $500.00 | Skin: $500.00
*The General Scholarship cannot be used in combination with the High School Scholarship.
HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Scholarships to be awarded by high school staff or guidance counselors. High School Seniors eligible.
Cosmetology: $1,000.00 | Skin Care: $500.00 | Manicuring: $500.00
THE FRANCO CIPRIOTTI SCHOLARSHIP
For Cosmetology Only: This scholarship is given to Cosmetology students who demonstrate financial need and are committed to succeeding at the Rizzieri Aveda School. The scholarship amount will vary, and is in accordance to the Student’s Financial Aid eligibility. The scholarship is used to cover the portion of tuition remaining after the Pell Grant and Student Loan has been applied.
To apply, students must meet the following qualifications:
- Be fully Pell Grant eligible
- Three letters of recommendation from professionals other than family members
- 500-word essay describing your goals and your reason for enrolling in the program
The review board will interview all finalists and contact the scholarship recipient prior to the class start.
BEAUTY CHANGES LIVES SCHOLARSHIPS
Established by the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS), Beauty Changes Lives Foundation (BCL) is supported by a coalition of beauty professionals including educators, product manufacturers, celebrities and industry icons.
Since 2013, Beauty Changes Lives has given away more than $5 million dollars in over 300 scholarships to prospective and newer students attending cosmetology, esthetics, nail, massage, makeup and advanced courses.
SPORT CLIPS ACE SCHOLARSHIP
To help cosmetology students reach their career goals, Sport Clips Haircuts, the nation’s leading men’s and boys’ hair care provider, awards up to 20 scholarships each year. To be considered for a scholarship, candidates must meet both academic and essay requirements established by Sport Clips. Each recipient is presented a $1,000 scholarship to help with educational expenses.
THE GREAT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM IN MEMORY OF ALICE MADDEN BARTON
Who says you can’t soar with shears? At Great Clips, we encourage you to show the world what you’re all about. To make it easier, Great Clips provides over $100,000 in scholarships and professional tools to cosmetology students each year! The scholarship award and professional tools are valued between $250 – $1,500.
BEAUTY SCHOOLS DIRECTORY $2,500 COSMETOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP
Future students of the beauty disciplines – including cosmetology, barbering, esthetics and skin care, nail technology, makeup artistry and several others – can apply for these $2,500 scholarships for cosmetology school. This beauty school scholarship is awarded four times per year, and may be used at most schools nationwide.
The scholarship recipient is selected from the pool of individuals who submit their scholarship applications before the deadline each quarter, and meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the rules.
Deadlines for Scholarship: January 31, April 30, July 31 and October 31 each year.
KELLER COSMETOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP
Keller International Salon & Barber Equipment now offers a unique cosmetology scholarship opportunity for one student each year as a way to alleviate some of the financial burden they accrue during their educational journey. The winner of this contest will be rewarded $1000.00 towards their tuition fees!
Keller International uses the word “cosmetology” in an all-encompassing way, so anyone who is interested in pursuing the art of beautifying the face, hair, nails, or skin are welcome to submit an application.
JEANETTE RANKIN FUND FOR WOMEN
Each year, Jeannette Rankin Fund awards scholarships to low-income women, ages 35 and older, who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents pursuing an undergraduate education at an accredited college or university in the United States.