This article covers everything you need to know about admissions and getting started with your LMI course or program—from taking the plunge to the first day of class. For information about the course after it has started, check out this section.
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2025-2026 Class Schedule
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Las Vegas Campus
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
July (Closed)
| Journey 2: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush+ Body Painting +Special Effects Program | 7/07/2025 – 3/05/2026 |
| Journey 1: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush +Body Program | 7/07/2025 – 1/15/2026 |
September (Closed)
| Journey 2: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush+ Body Painting +Special Effects Program | 9/15/2025 – 5/13/2026 |
| Journey 1: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush +Body Program | 9/15/2025 – 3/25/2026 |
November
| Journey 2: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush+ Body Painting +Special Effects Program | 11/17/2025 – 7/15/2026 |
| Journey 1: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush +Body Program | 11/17/2025 – 5/13/2026 |
| Advanced Prosthetics | 11/10/2025 – 12/16/2025 |
Texas Campus
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
July (Closed)
| Journey 2: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush+ Body Painting +Special Effects Program | 7/07/2025 – 3/18/2026 |
| Journey 1: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush +Body Program | 7/01/2025 – 1/15/2026 |
September (Closed)
| Journey 2: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush+ Body Painting +Special Effects Program | 9/15/2025 – 5/13/2026 |
| Journey 1: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush +Body Program | 9/15/2025 – 5/13/2026 |
| Esthetician Program | 9/02/2025 – 2/23/2026 |
November
| Journey 2: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush+ Body Painting +Special Effects Program | 11/17/2025 – 7/15/2026 |
| Journey 1: Beauty +Hair +Airbrush +Body Program | 11/17/2025 – 5/13/2026 |
| Advanced Prosthetics | TBD |
How to Apply to L Makeup Institute
We can’t wait to introduce you to our thriving community of students, staff, and faculty.
Our programs welcome participants of any skill level and are available to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, those holding a valid LMI study visa, individuals authorized to work in the U.S., and anyone protected under immigration policy or law. Additionally:
- Be 18 years of age or older or 17 years of age with parent permission.
- Provide a High School Diploma, G.E.D. or its equivalent, or College Transcript.
- Complete a Student Application and pay a $100 application fee.
- Secure funding to pay for the course or program of study.
- Complete the interview process. **Makeup Programs Only
Whether you have questions or need additional information, our dedicated Admissions Team and Financial Aid Office is ready to assist you on your journey to becoming a certified makeup artist.
How to Apply as an International Student
Our Graduates are Making the World a More Beautiful Place.
L Makeup Institute is authorized under federal law to enroll nonimmigrant students and issue I-20 documentation for M-1 visas only for students who are enrolled at L Makeup Institute, can only be provided for the period of time during which the student is registered at LMI, and does not authorize external work experience.
Make-up artistry is a study in the arts; however, minimal English language proficiency is required. Proficiency is evidenced by a U.S. High School Diploma, GED or the equivalent in a country where English is a primary language. For students who completed secondary school in a country where English is not a primary language, evidence of the successful completion of a secondary school- level English course or a minimum TOEFL score of 50 will be required.
Admissions Advisors are available as a resource for international students and can help address any concern related to international study, including visa and passport questions, transferring to and from other schools, utilizing public transportation, housing options, and information on the surrounding community. It is important to note that the visa required to visit the United States is different from the visa required to attend a vocational school.
If you are an international student who is interested in traveling to the U.S. to study at L Makeup Institute, click below to learn how to apply for a Student Visa and enroll at the L Makeup Institute and begin your journey to becoming a certified makeup artist.
Financial Aid Options
At L Makeup Institute, we believe in making education accessible to all aspiring artists. Our financial aid programs are designed to support students in need. We offer various options including federal grants, scholarships, and payment plans to ease the financial burden. Our Financial Aid Office is here to guide you through the application process to help you find the best funding solution for your education. Don’t let finances stand in the way of your dreams—reach out to us for assistance!