Manicuring School Near Chicago

Start your career as a manicurist in Chicagoland at Tricoci’s Highland, IN campus. You'll learn manicuring, gel nails, and more. Our accredited manicuring school near Chicago makes it easy for you to achieve your goals, with flexible schedules and financial aid options available.

Become a licensed manicurist close to Chicago

Aspiring manicurists living in or near Chicago, IL, can train at Tricoci University’s Highland, Indiana campus, our closest location offering our manicuring program. The campus is approximately 45 minutes from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes or less from the city’s southern suburbs and neighborhoods.

A significant benefit of attending the Highland campus: students at Indiana manicuring programs may apply for federal financial aid, an option not available to those taking manicuring classes in Chicago and elsewhere in Illinois. Additionally, a manicuring license obtained in Indiana is easily transferred and accepted in Illinois. The demand for skilled manicurists is high, and our curriculum emphasizes career outcomes to help you succeed.

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What you'll learn in the manicure program

Our comprehensive manicuring program teaches you the skills needed to become a licensed professional. Tricoci University’s manicuring school includes these essential classes:

  • Sanitation
  • Anatomy and Disorders
  • Statute and Rules
  • Manicuring
  • Pedicuring
  • Chemistry
  • Salesmanship
  • State Laws

You’ll receive the training and experience you need to perform all the nail services clients want the most. You gain skills in all these essential areas:

  • Tips
  • Sculptures
  • Overlays
  • Fiberglass
  • Gel Nails
  • Nail Wrapping
  • Acrylic Nails
  • Nail Art

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Why Chicago-area students choose our Highland campus

Students from the Chicago area choose our Highland campus for several reasons:

  • Proximity to Chicago: The campus is a short commute from many Chicago neighborhoods and suburbs.
  • Affordable and flexible programs: We offer a program that is both affordable and offers flexible scheduling options.
  • Professional-grade facilities and tools: Our students learn using pro-level equipment and tools.
  • Career support and hands-on experience: We provide career support and practical, hands-on experience to prepare you for the workforce.

Flexible class schedules that fit your life

We understand that you have a busy life, so we offer flexible scheduling options to fit your needs:

  • Day and evening options
  • Full-time and part-time tracks
  • Rolling enrollment, with new classes starting approximately every six weeks
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Financial aid & payment options

At Tricoci University, we believe everyone should be able to pursue their dreams of a new career. To help with this, you have several avenues to explore to help pay for manicurist training.

Our manicuring program is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS), which means our students are eligible for federal financial aid regardless of their income. We also offer other payment solutions to make your education more accessible:

  • Scholarships available
  • Interest-free monthly payment plans

FAQs about our manicurist program near Chicago

How far is Highland, IN from Chicago?green arrow
The Highland campus is about 45 minutes from downtown Chicago and less than 30 minutes from southern Chicago suburbs.
Can I commute from Chicago?green arrow
Yes, many students from the Chicago area commute to our Highland campus.
How long is the manicuring program?green arrow
The length of our manicurist training varies depending on whether you choose a full-time or part-time schedule. A full time program takes four months to complete while a part-time program can be completed in six months.
What are the start dates?green arrow
We offer rolling enrollment with new manicurist classes beginning every six weeks.
What are the tuition and aid options?green arrow
Our program is eligible for federal financial aid, and we also offer scholarships and interest-free payment plans. You can learn more about financial aid and payment plans when you speak to our admissions team.

Get started with manicurist training today

Are you ready to become a licensed manicurist? Take the next step toward a rewarding career by requesting more information or applying to our Highland, IN manicurist school today!

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