Serving Orange County students since 1997 — about 18 minutes from Fullerton via I-5.
Fullerton is home to a large and growing community of students who take their career decisions seriously. If you're exploring cosmetology, esthetician, ornail tech programs and you've been comparing options in Orange County, it'sworth knowing that one of the closest NACCAS-accredited beauty schools in the region is just across the county line — about 18 minutes north on the 5 freeway.
Beyond 21st Century Beauty Academy is located in Santa Fe Springs, LA County, approximately 13 miles from downtown Fullerton. We've been serving students from North Orange County communities — including Fullerton, La Habra, Brea, and Buena Park — since 1997.
We're approved by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology andaccredited by NACCAS. We offer three programs:
Cosmetology School — 1,000 hours California's most versatile beauty license. Covers hair cutting, coloring,chemical services, skincare fundamentals, and nail services. Day and part-time schedules. Total cost: $17,560. Financial aid available to those who qualify.
Esthetician School — 600 hours Skincare-focused training with a Dermalogica-integrated curriculum. Facials, waxing, chemical peels, brow lamination, lash services, and more. As anofficial Dermalogica partner school, students receive a Dermalogica kit atenrollment and attend field trips to Dermalogica's global headquarters in Carson — just 30 minutes from Fullerton. Day and evening options. Full-time completion in as few as 5 months. Total cost: $11,206.50.
Nail Tech School — 400 hours California's manicurist license in approximately 5 months. Includes Gel-X, acrylics, nail art, manicures, and pedicures. As an official Aprés Nail certified school, every graduate receives the Aprés Gel-X Certification atno extra cost. Evening classes available. Total cost: $5,595.
What Makes Beyond Worth the Drive from Fullerton
Fullerton is served by several beauty schools, and we know you have options. Here's what sets Beyond apart from most of what you'll find closer to home:
We are an official Dermalogica partner school — one of a select group in California. Esthetician students receive professional Dermalogica products at enrollment and make monthly field trips to Dermalogica's headquarters, a connectionmost programs can't offer.
We are an official Aprés Nail certified school. The Aprés Gel-X Certificationis included in every nail tech graduate's program — no extra cost, no separate enrollment. Gel-X is one of the most in-demand nail techniques among clientsright now.
Our program was founded in 1997 by Miss Maria, a two-time Teacher of the Year and CCA School Owner of the Year with over 47 years of experience in the beauty industry. We are invested in the success of every student.
We're NACCAS-accredited, which means our cosmetology and esthetician programs qualify for federal financial aid — including Pell Grants — that non-accredited programs cannot offer. Over 2,100 graduates have earned their California licensesthrough our program.
Financial Aid for Fullerton Students
Federal financial aid — including Pell Grants — is available to eligible students in our cosmetology and esthetician programs. Because Beyond is NACCAS-accredited and approved by the U.S. Department of Education for Title IV aid, many students from Fullerton and surrounding Orange County communities significantly reduce their out-of-pocket costs. Our FAFSA school code is 041482.Learn more about financial aid →
The Route from Fullerton
From Fullerton, take the I-5 North toward Los Angeles. Exit at Carmentia and head north briefly, then turn right on Imperial Highway. Our campus at 13640 Imperial Highway will be on your right. Total drive time is approximately 18 minutes without traffic — a straight forward freeway commute. Or, if you are close to Imperial Highway, it's a straight shot westbound down Imperial Highway.
Our admissions team is happy to answer questions about programs, financial aid, and scheduling before you commit to anything.
