Empire Beauty School at Spring Lake Park

Love beauty but wondering, “Could I actually do this professionally?” You don’t need previous beauty experience to start learning at Empire Beauty School. ✂️

From exploring programs to working with guests under licensed educator supervision, get a closer look at the student experience and what to ask before enrolling.

What to Know About Empire Beauty School | Empire See what Empire Beauty School offers, including hands-on training, programs, student salons, financial aid and enrollment.

Congratulations!!! Making magic one strand at a time

From student stylist to salon queens! Congratulations

🎓 Beauty school scholarships are OPEN!

Beauty Changes Lives has opened its Fall 2026 scholarship cycle, with opportunities for students and beauty professionals across cosmetology, esthetics, licensed educators and advanced education.

📅 Applications close October 31, 2026.

Eligibility requirements vary by scholarship, so be sure to review the individual requirements before applying.

Ready to explore your options? Check out the available scholarships and apply here:

https://beautychangeslives.org/scholarships-opportunities/?offer_category=scholarship

Dreaming of a career in beauty but wondering if you need a degree? You generally don’t! ✂️

The path typically starts with a state-approved cosmetology training program and meeting your state’s licensing requirements.

Explore what you’ll learn, how licensing works, and what to ask when choosing a beauty school.

Read more:

Do You Need a Cosmetology Degree to Become a Cosmetologist? You don’t need a college degree to become a cosmetologist. See what training and licensing steps are typically required to enter the field.

Ready to experience the energy of beauty school?

Prospective students are invited to visit their local Empire Beauty School on Friday, September 25, for our Dolly Blowout! Join us in the student salon to see big hair, explore the beauty products we offer for sale, and learn more about life at Empire.

Contact us directly for event details.

⏰ Last chance!

There's only one week left to take advantage of our Ultimate Styling Package for just $25. Enjoy a shampoo & style, scalp or conditioning treatment, plus your choice of iron work or two braids—all while saving $3.

Don't let this offer pass you by. Book your appointment before September 30 and give your hair the refresh it deserves.

🎓 School counselors, you’re invited!

When a student comes to you interested in a career in beauty, what could their path forward look like?

Join us for Connecting Career Pathways: Counselors Learning the Ways of Beauty and experience beauty education firsthand.

During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to observe live classroom instruction, tour our student salon/clinic floor, meet our school community and learn more about programs, admissions, financial aid, scholarships and career services.

Please contact your local Empire Beauty School directly for the event date, time and registration details.

Come experience Empire and discover another pathway for your students.

Get ready to Dolly Up! 🎀

Dolly Up Week is happening at all Empire Beauty School locations the week of September 21. Students can look forward to themed outfits, styling challenges, music, big hair, and plenty of Dolly-inspired fun throughout the week!

Which day are you most excited for?

🔥 It’s all in the details!

Clean parts, precise braiding, and a creative heart design make this style stand out from every angle. 😍 We love seeing our students put their own spin on every look!

Amazing by Dalonda Doucoure from Empire Beauty School – Cincinnati, OH! 👏✨

Today, the Empire Beauty School community remembers the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honors the first responders, families, and communities forever impacted by that day.

Together, we remember.♥️

🎨 Now THIS is creativity in action! 🐆✨

Bold color, intricate details, and a whole lot of imagination went into this incredible makeup transformation. We love seeing our students step outside the box and use their skills to create something completely unique!

Amazing by Julia Galli Gómez from Empire Beauty School – Cheltenham, PA! 👏

Empire alumni are heading to New York Fashion Week! ✨

We’re proud to celebrate seven Empire Beauty School alumni who have been selected to work at New York Fashion Week on Monday, September 14:

Catherine Lugo Lopez, 2015 graduate and 2024 graduate, currently an evening salon educator at Empire Beauty School Harrisburg

Yennisa Castoire, 2025 graduate

Jaquaya Davis, 2025 graduate

Lucy Velazquez, 2007 graduate and 2009 graduate

Jasmine Rivera, 2025 graduate

Flor Cruceta, 2025 graduate

Maria Espiritusanto, 2019 graduate and 2022 graduate

From recent graduates to alumni who have been building their careers for years, we’re excited to see Empire talent represented in New York.

Please join us in congratulating these alumni on this exciting opportunity! 👏

Big goals are built one milestone at a time. ✨ From first days and new skills to final hours and graduation celebrations, our Empire Beauty School students have plenty to be proud of.

Here’s to the progress, persistence, and moments worth celebrating along the way! 🎓💛

Empire Beauty School graduate Elizabeth Strong has built a 27-year career that has taken her from the salon floor to New York Fashion Week.

A 1998 graduate of Empire Beauty School in Whitehall, Pennsylvania, Elizabeth is the owner of Elizabeth Anthony Salon in Allentown. Named after her son, Anthony, the salon celebrated 23 years in business in March of 2026.

Check out this blog article where we talk about her impressive career, her time as a salon owner, and her experience at Empire Beauty School:

From Empire Graduate to Salon Owner: Elizabeth Strong’s Story - Empire Beauty School Empire Beauty School graduate Elizabeth Strong has built a 27-year career that has taken her from the salon floor to New York Fashion Week. A 1998 graduate of Empire Beauty School in Whitehall, Pennsylvania, Elizabeth is the owner of Elizabeth Anthony Salon in Allentown. Named after her son, Anthony...

Last week, Empire Beauty School locations brought together current students, alumni, and beauty industry professionals to make connections, explore career opportunities, and take the next step toward their goals.

We are incredibly grateful to every employer who shared their time, experience, and career opportunities with our students and alumni. Your involvement helps create meaningful connections, opens doors, and makes a lasting impact on future careers.