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Pivot Point Academy

Pivot Point Academy empowers beauty school students and professionals with the leading cosmetology, barber, and skincare education.

Pivot Point Academy Focuses on You – Learn Forward

Allow your passion to become your purpose, and it will one day become your profession.

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Pivot Point Academy is colorful

Life happens in color. Color captures passions, inspires emotions, and connects people. Bright and energetic, pure and beautiful, the PivotPoint Academy colors add vibrancy to communications and are among one of the most unifying elements in our visual identity.

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Current Mask Requirements

Due to being a personal care facility at this time, the mask requirement at our academy,  student salon, barber clinic, and spa is still in effect till we have guidelines from the IL Department of Public Health. When additional information becomes available, we will let you know. Thank you for your understanding.

What makes us your beauty school in Chicagoland?

Review/Quote: “The best education, incredible support, outstanding teachers, the student body is amazing. If you are considering Beauty School, Pivot Point Academy is the BEST!” – Therese K.

Review/Quote: “A new team of management, world-class instructors, and highly motivated students. Modern digital tools, great classrooms, and a wonderful student salon, barber clinic, and spa. You have to see it.“ – Frank E.

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Looking for the latest news on Pivot Point Academy and the beauty industry? Check out the newest happenings, hints, tips, biggest events, and student stylist special.

Career Opportunities

Whether you’re a student looking for a career in cosmetology, esthetics, nails, or other beauty professions, our career board provides you with a network of opportunities to get you out into the field.

Now Accepting Applications

Monday 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Tuesday to Friday 9:00 am – 10:00 pm, and  Saturday 9:00 am – 4:45 pm at (847) 985-4321 in person or 24/7 via online chat, email info@academy-pp.com, or request information.

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You deserve to pursue a future that makes you ...

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You deserve to pursue a future that makes you happy and can allow you, in turn, to make others happy. In the beauty industry, you can brighten someone’s day with the right cut or color, and turn their whole week around. If you’re ready to get started on a fulfilling career, contact us to see if Pivot Point Academy is perfect for you.💜 → Link in the bio. ⁠ ⁠ *Financial aid is available to those who qualify. ⁠ ⁠ #pivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #indianahair #indianabeauty #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #barberingschool #esthetics #beauty⁠

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Blonding? For summer? ☀️ Iconic. Our student ...

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Blonding? For summer? ☀️ Iconic. Our student @maddibeauty added so much brightness and warmth to her client’s hair and we are totally blown away. ⁠ ⁠ If your hair is in need of a little extra care, visit our student salon! → Link in the bio.⁠ ⁠ *All work performed by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.⁠ ⁠ #pivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #indianahair #indianabeauty #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #barberingschool #esthetics #beauty⁠

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Fade in need of a touch-up or the top looking a ...

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Fade in need of a touch-up or the top looking a little long? 💈 We’ve got you covered! Schedule an appointment in our student barber clinic to kick off your week with a fresh cut. → Link in the bio. ⁠ ⁠ *All work performed by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.⁠ ⁠ #pivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #indianahair #indianabeauty #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #barberingschool #esthetics #beauty⁠ ⁠

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From a light perm a few months ago to this ...

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From a light perm a few months ago to this perfectly subtle balayage, our student @beautybyelissa_ is bringing so much life to her client’s hair! ☀️⁠ ⁠ Have you always wanted to learn more about brightening up someone’s hair (and day)? Our cosmetology program could be perfect for you! Contact us today to find out more about how you could get started at Pivot Point Academy. → Link in the bio. ⁠ ⁠ *Financial aid is available to those who qualify. ⁠ ⁠ #pivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #indianahair #indianabeauty #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #barberingschool #esthetics #beauty⁠

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How will you add beauty to your life? 🌟 If ...

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How will you add beauty to your life? 🌟 If you’ve always felt passionate about styling hair, makeup, or helping others find their sparkle, a future in the beauty industry might be perfect for you! At Pivot Point Academy we offer programs in:⁠ ⁠ -Cosmetology⁠ -Esthetics⁠ -Barbering⁠ -& More! ⁠ ⁠ Contact us today to find out more about how you could get started with us! → Link in the bio.⁠ ⁠ *Financial aid is available to those who qualify. ⁠ ⁠ #pivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #indianahair #indianabeauty #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #barberingschool #esthetics #beauty⁠ ⁠

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Our student @thriving_highlight is absolutely ...

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Our student @thriving_highlight is absolutely adding some bounce to her client’s step with these beautiful curls and we are totally here for it! 💜⁠ ⁠ *All work performed by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.⁠ ⁠ #pivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #indianahair #indianabeauty #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #barberingschool #esthetics #beauty⁠

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Add some self care to your day by visiting our ...

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Add some self care to your day by visiting our student salon! ✨ We offer facials, waxing services, body treatments, and more. Contact us to schedule your appointment with our student spa and kick your week off right. ✨ → Link in the bio. ⁠ ⁠ *All work performed by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.⁠ ⁠ #pivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #indianahair #indianabeauty #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #barberingschool #esthetics #beauty⁠

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Happy 4th of July from Pivot Point Academy!! ...

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Happy 4th of July from Pivot Point Academy!! 🇺🇸✨ #iampivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #pivotpoint

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We are kicking the weekend off right with this ...

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We are kicking the weekend off right with this absolutely stunning, vibrant violet created by our student @angsbeauty and we are loving it! 💖⁠ ⁠ If your hair is ready for a makeover, visit our student salon and see what we can do for you. → Link in the bio. ⁠ ⁠ *All work performed by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.⁠ ⁠ #pivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #indianahair #indianabeauty #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #barberingschool #esthetics #beauty⁠ ⁠

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Were you always the one doing your friends’ hair...

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Were you always the one doing your friends’ hair for events? Or did you totally geek out over the latest skincare products? If you love beauty as much as we do, it’s time to finally live it! Ask our admissions team about financial aid and schedule your tour of Pivot Point Academy today. → Link in the bio.⁠ ⁠ *Financial aid is available to those who qualify. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #pivotpointacademy #beautyschool #cosmetologyschool #estheticianschool #barberschool #illinoisbeautyschool ⁠

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Helping you make your beauty dreams a reality is ...

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Helping you make your beauty dreams a reality is what makes our job so rewarding! 💯 We are always inspired by watching our students learn and grow into confident industry professionals. If you’ve been dreaming about a career in beauty, contact us online today for more information. 💇 Your dream job could be closer than you think! → Link in the bio.⁠ ⁠ *Financial aid is available to those who qualify. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #pivotpointacademy #chicagostylists #chicagosalon #beautyschool #futurecosmetologist #futureesthetician #futurebarber #cosmetologyschool ⁠

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A BIG Welcome to our new Cosmetologists! ✨ ...

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A BIG Welcome to our new Cosmetologists! ✨ looking forward to following you on your journey! #iampivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #pivotpoint

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Agree or disagree: learning should be fun! ✨ At ...

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Agree or disagree: learning should be fun! ✨ At Pivot Point Academy, we do things differently. Our digital learning platform, LAB, is a fun and interactive way to master skills in esthetics, cosmetology, and barbering. ⁠ ⁠ Take classes from your favorite industry professionals, engage with other students, and solidify your learning with quizzes. It’s time to take learning forward into the digital age. 💻 Are you coming with us? ⁠ ⁠ *Financial aid is available to those who qualify. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #pivotpointacademy #pivotpointacademybloomingdale #learnaboutbeauty #lab #learnforward #illinoisbeautyschool #hairschool #estheticianschool #barberschool ⁠

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Congratulations to a few of our recent graduates! ...

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Congratulations to a few of our recent graduates! @pnb_by_evelin @kali_galena @beautybydom ✨ #iampivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #pivotpoint

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So happy for you!

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So happy for you!

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Congratulations to Cassie for completing 1500 ...

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Congratulations to Cassie for completing 1500 hours of cosmetology! We wish you success in all your future endeavors. The beauty industry is lucky to have talent like you! ⁠ ⁠ *Financial aid is available to those who qualify. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #pivotpointacademy #pivotpointacademybloomingdale #illinoisbeautyschool #learnforward #learnaboutbeauty #lab #pivotpointlab⁠

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Welcome our new Esthetician’s to the Pivot Point...

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Welcome our new Esthetician’s to the Pivot Point Academy family! ✨ #iampivotpoint #pivotpointacademy #pivotpoint #estheticianschool

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Ready to have glowing skin? This client came in ...

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Ready to have glowing skin? This client came in for her first facial, and these results speak for themselves! 💯 Our student @makeup_by_a.marie used a high-frequency modality, which ⁠ ⁠ - Acts as a germicide to stubborn acne. ⁠ - Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.⁠ ⁠ Stop by our student salon and try this service for yourself. Your skin will thank you! → Link in the bio.⁠ ⁠ *All services provided by students under the supervision of licensed professionals. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #pivotpointacademybloomingdale #pivotpointacademy #learnforward #learnaboutbeauty #lab #pivotpointlab #esthetics #estheticianschool #futureesthetician ⁠

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Did you know that over one-third of all barbers ...

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Did you know that over one-third of all barbers are self-employed? 💈 💸 If you are ready to follow your entrepreneurial spirit and be your own boss, you may be destined to become a barber. ⁠ ⁠ Schedule your tour of Pivot Point Academy today to explore whether barber school could be your next step. → Link in the bio. ⁠ ⁠ *Financial aid is available to those who qualify. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #pivotpointacademy #pivotpointlab #pivotpointbloomingdale #barberschool #futurebarber #barbering #becomeabarber ⁠

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Wow, on a scale of 1 to 10, how amazing do you ...

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Wow, on a scale of 1 to 10, how amazing do you think this color is!? It’s definitely a 10 from us! 💯 Our student @coras_cuts did such a great job on this fun color. ⁠ ⁠ If you’re ready for a transformation, book an appointment with us in our student salon. ✨ Making your day is what makes our day! → Link in the bio. ⁠ ⁠ *All services provided by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #pivotpointacademy #pivotpointlab #pivotpointstudent #beautyschool #hairschool #cosmetologyschool #futurecosmetologist ⁠

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Congratulations to Margaret and Caroline for ...

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Congratulations to Margaret and Caroline for completing our esthetics program! We have loved being a part of your journey and know you will do great things. ❤️⁠ ⁠ Show these amazing ladies some love in the comments! 👇⁠ ⁠ *Financial aid is available to those who qualify. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #pivotpointacademy #pivotpointacademybloomingdale #pivotpointlab #bloomingdalesalon #beautyschool #illinoisbeautyschool #estheticianschool #esthetics #futureesthetician⁠

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We are loving this brow before and after by our ...

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We are loving this brow before and after by our student @skinby.nat_! If you’re ready for some self-care or a fresh wax, visit our student spa. ✨ Contact us to schedule your appointment!⁠ ⁠ *All work performed by students under the supervision of licensed professionals.⁠

Testimonials

  • I chose pivot point intentionally because I’ve always loved makeup. Going through all the phases and learning all the curriculum I’ve never been so happy to become a well-rounded hairstylist knowing all techniques and learning all different hair types. I’ve never been so blessed to be working at Sharon Daniel Salon to further my career and make everyone feel beautiful!

    Alissa M.

    I chose Pivot Point because of its professional but fun atmosphere. I feel that they took cosmetology as seriously as I did but everyone was still warm and welcoming! I am now working at a Redken elite salon in Chicago and I feel like I’ve found a home in my rising salon!

    Mikey D.

  • Pivot Point Academy is not only a school, it is a home. This place helped me branch out into a whole different person. I tried things I never knew I would try and accomplished so much more than I would’ve ever thought. Pivot Point allowed me to find another home at Sorelle Salon in Bartlett. I am a full-time stylist now doing hair, makeup, spray tans, lash extensions, lash lifts, and nails! This industry offers so much and Pivot Point helped me realize beauty is unstoppable!

    Gabby B.

    I chose Pivot Point Academy because I wanted a supportive, family-like school. I knew from the minute I toured the academy; I was home. The educators were amazing, my classmates were always cheering me on and the rest of the team always had my back. I knew going to Pivot Point I would have the best cosmetology education and opportunities following graduation. I was given all of that, plus so much more.

    Savannah F.

  • I chose Pivot Point because it had always been highly recommended to me and frankly; no other school compared. I felt welcomed and at home right away, so I knew it was the right choice. After graduating from Pivot Point, I was able to come across an amazing job opportunity at The Mixx Hair Salon where I am now a full-time hairstylist and lead makeup artist.

    Nathaly L.

    I just graduated from the teacher training program and I want to share my appreciation for the school, I’ve learned so much! I truly have enjoyed my time there. The staff & students have been wonderful. I just truly love the atmosphere, curriculum, and basically everything about this wonderful school.

    Brittany S.