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How to Apply for Admission

A Three Step Process

STEP 1: Meet the basic age and educational requirements

In order to obtain a Cosmetologist license and practice in the state of California, students must be 17 years of age or older to take the exam, have completed the 10th grade or its equivalent, successfully complete the required course of study, and pass the state exam. Visit the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology for additional information.

STEP 2: Apply for admission to Butte College

Complete all the Steps to Apply at Butte College, including online orientation, have all your holds cleared, and be ready to enroll when it's your scheduled time.

STEP 3: Enroll in Courses

Registration for all courses is first-come, first-served at your scheduled registration time. If the courses you want are full, we recommend you take General Education courses that will meet Associate Degree requirements. This will allow you to make progress toward the Associate Degree and provide you with continuing student status so you will receive an earlier registration appointment when a new class opens next time.

Cosmetology courses
There are three cohorts available for registration in Fall 2025.
View the required courses.

Cohorts 1 and 2
- Four courses in Semester 1 and four courses in Semester 2.
- Register in either cohort that has a seat available for Semester 1.
- Select course #C2000 for Cohort 1 or #C4000 for Cohort 2.
- You will have a guaranteed spot in your cohort for Semester 2.
- You must register for all four courses each semester.
Semester 1: COS-10, 11, 19, 23
Semester 2: COS-12, 20, 21, 29
- Semester 1 schedule: Mon - Thu 8:00am - 3:35pm
- Semester 2 schedule: Mon - Thu 8:00am - 4:00pm, Fri 8:00am - 2:15pm
- Students who do not pass all four classes in Semester 1 may not be able to continue to Semester 2. The required repeat class(es) may be taken in a future semester if there are seats available.

* Course times are estimates and subject to change.

Cohort 3
- Evening classes for 12 consecutive months.
- Select course #C3019 for Cohort 3.
- You will have a guaranteed spot in your cohort for the remaining terms.
- You must register for all courses each term.
Fall semester: COS-10, 11, 19 (Mon - Thu 4:00pm - 8:35pm)
Winter term in January: COS-20 (Schedule to be determined, could include Fridays)
Spring semester: COS-21, 29 (Schedule to be determined, could include Fridays)
Summer term: COS-12, 23 (Schedule to be determined, could include Fridays)
- Classes start at 4:00 or 4:15pm each term until approximately 8:30 - 9:15pm.
- Students who do not pass all classes each term may not be able to continue to the next term. The required repeat class(es) may be taken in a future semester if there are seats available.

* Course times are estimates and subject to change.

View Fall 2025 course schedule

Barber Crossover course
COS-17 Trimming & Shaving I prepares licensed cosmetologists and students who have completed a California-approved cosmetology program for licensing as a barber.

1. A valid California Cosmetology License or a California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Proof of Training document and a school transcript verifying completion of a California board-approved cosmetology program must be submitted for approval prior to enrollment. Only original, physical documents are accepted. Contact us at cosmo@davidegalliani.com for instructions.

2. If you are a licensed cosmetologist who did not attend our school on Pillsbury Road in Chico or complete our current program, you must also complete and submit the Petition to Challenge Prerequisites to get registration approval prior to your registration date. Send the form by email to assessment@davidegalliani.com.

The next COS-17 class will be Summer 2025

What is the registration schedule? How do I see my registration time?

How do I register for classes? Why can't I register for classes?

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Be aware that once you are enrolled, we will only use your Butte College email address for all correspondence.

Cost of the Program

Enrollment Fees, Other Costs, & Financial Aid

Enrollment Fees

Course enrollment fees are $46 per unit for California residents, plus Service Fees each session.
View complete fee information at ypvc.davidegalliani.com/services/admissions/fees.

Student Kits

There is a student kit fee for each lab class. The kit fee is added to your student account when you register and can be paid online along with your course fees. Once the kit has been opened it will be considered used and no refund will be made if you choose to drop the course.

2025-2026 Cosmetology Kit Fees
COS-11 Health, Safety & Sanitation Practicum	$28.17
COS-19 Hair Styling Services I	$1401.28
COS-23 Skin Care	$106.50
COS-12 Manicuring & Pedicuring	$168.44
COS-21 Chemical Hair Services Practicum	$234.77
COS-29 Hair Styling Services II	$124.60
Total kit fee for Cosmetology program	$2063.76

COS-17 Trimming & Shaving I	$343.29

* It is the student's responsibility to purchase any additional required equipment and supplies and replace any broken or lost items.
Books

You will be notified of the required textbooks upon enrollment to the program. The cost will be approximately $562 for the Cosmetology program and approximately $270 for the COS-17 class.

Uniforms

Students are responsible for purchasing and wearing the required uniform by the first day of class. Information and requirements will be provided upon enrollment. Be sure to apply for financial aid at least eight weeks before the semester starts if costs need to be covered by financial aid.

State Board Examination & License Fee

The California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Application for Examination and Initial License Fee is $125.

Apply for Financial Aid

There are many financial aid resources available to help you fund your academic program. Complete details are available at ypvc.davidegalliani.com/financialaid.

Read the Financial Aid website for complete details about how the process works. Once your course fees and kit charges are on your student account, all financial aid disbursed will first be applied to the balance you owe before you receive any remaining funds. If your financial aid is disbursed in two payments for the semester and you have a balance on your account, you might not receive funds until the second disbursement, so planning ahead is important.

Apply for Alliance for Workforce Development funding

The Alliance for Workforce Development provides financial assistance in their mission to help students access education and training, explore career opportunities, and get jobs. They may provide funds to eligible students for fees, books, uniforms, and more.

Chico office phone: 530-961-5125
Oroville office phone: 530-538-7301

Cosmetology
& Barbering