Montana Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists

School or Course

School or Course

To apply for the School or Course License using the please click Online Application

The following outlines general school/course licensing information. For specific information on filing an application, you will need to obtain the License Application which includes a detailed listing of the requirements.

For the School or Course click  Application Checklist

  • Initial School License $220, Inspection fee $200 (All Fees are Non-Refundable)
  • $220 and proof of continuous annual renewal of the bond or other security in the form of a certificate of insurance. (All Fees are Non-Refundable)
  • School applicants shall present a bond or other security in the amount of $5,000 per course to be used only to provide a refund of prepaid tuition to enrolled students in the event the school ceases to operate or otherwise is unable to complete the course of instruction.  Schools shall not allow the bond or other security to be cancelled or expire as long as the school is licensed.

    Schools shall provide true and accurate copies of all current school policies, procedures, rules, student contracts, tuition costs and required deposits, including but not limited to those policies, procedures and rules addressing:  students; school operating standards; disciplinary procedures; permissible attire; ethics/ conduct; leaves of absence; attendance; holidays and school closures; hours of operation; refunds; withdrawals; grounds for termination; grading standards; final practical examination and passing score; requirements for satisfactory progress; release of information; and instructional demonstrations.

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