Being a Barber is much more than giving a great haircut—it’s about becoming a cornerstone of your community. When you step behind the chair, you aren't just mastering a craft; you're building a reputation as someone people look up to, confide in, and respect. We are dedicated to giving you the elite skills and confidence needed to support your neighborhood, uplift the people in your chair, and earn the status of a trusted local leader.
Your Journey to Becoming a Barber Starts Here
At the Barber School of Pittsburgh, your journey begins the moment you reach out. Whether you submit an inquiry for information or complete an application, you are officially connected with our Admissions Team — and from that point forward, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
This process is designed to feel supportive, clear, and personalized. You are never expected to figure it all out alone.
Step 1: Request Information or Apply
Your first step is simple:
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Submit an inquiry form to learn more, or
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Complete an application to begin the enrollment process.
Once either of these happens, your conversation with BSP officially begins.
Step 2: Connect With Admissions
A member of our Admissions Team will personally reach out to:
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Answer your questions
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Discuss your goals
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Explain the program structure
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Review schedules and campus options
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Help you determine if barbering is the right fit for you
There is no pressure — just guidance, transparency, and support.
Step 3: Tour the School & Learn the Experience
You’ll have the opportunity to:
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Tour the campus
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Meet instructors and staff
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See the clinic floor in action
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Learn what daily life as a student barber looks like
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Understand the expectations, opportunities, and culture of BSP
We believe informed students are successful students.
Step 4: Explore Financial Aid & Funding Options
If you qualify, you may have access to financial aid opportunities to help fund your education.
Our Financial Aid Team will help guide you through:
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FAFSA completion
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Required documentation
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Available funding options
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Payment plans and financing questions
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Understanding your responsibilities as a student
You are never expected to navigate the process alone.
Step 5: Complete Enrollment Requirements
As you move forward, our team will help you complete:
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Enrollment paperwork
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Required documentation
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Scheduling and orientation details
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Any remaining admissions or financial aid steps
We work to make the process seamless and organized so you can focus on preparing for success.
Step 6: Prepare for Day One
Before classes begin, you’ll know:
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What to bring
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What your schedule looks like
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What to expect in Phase 1
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How to prepare mentally and professionally for your new career journey
By this point, you are no longer just interested in barbering —you are becoming a barber.
Step 7: Begin Your Journey
Your first day marks the beginning of a new chapter.
At BSP, our role is to educate, support, mentor, and prepare you for a successful future in the barbering industry — but the journey itself belongs to you.
The opportunity is here.
The support is here.
The next step is yours.
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