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Discover the Amazing World of Makeup Artistry

Whether you love to do your own makeup or experiment with makeup on other people, you could nurture your passion for beauty at our Connecticut beauty school. The Makeup Artistry Program is designed to meet the changing world of makeup with an updated curriculum. Topics covered include foundation matching, contouring and highlighting, bridal and event makeup, and more. Grow your creativity while learning the skills and knowledge that professional makeup artists need to know in today’s world. If you are interested in enrolling in the 45-hour Makeup Artistry Program, contact us and let us know! We’ll help answer your questions and get you started on the enrollment process.

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Stay on Top of Today’s Makeup Trends

We have revamped our Makeup Artistry Program, ensuring students learn skills and techniques that are relevant to the changing world of makeup. From learning how to achieve a natural look to using makeup in very creative ways, this program can help aspiring makeup artists gain experience and build their skill level. As a career-focused beauty school, we also incorporate career-building topics into the curriculum.

Your journey toward becoming a certified makeup artist (MUA) should be filled with unique learning experiences that you can find at our makeup artistry program. We have partnered with Muse Beauty Pro to give you the advantages of a professional makeup kit that you can keep after completing the program. The five focus factors of our class progress from career building to customized makeup application, bridal makeup, event makeup, and finally, creative makeup.

This 45-hour class is offered at various times of the year. We have day class options as well as evening class options. You could complete the program in as little as two weeks. Because Connecticut does not require professional makeup artists to have a license, the certificate of completion you receive from the International Institute of Cosmetology allows you to become the certified professional you’re dreaming of becoming!

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Makeup Artistry Program Schedule

Our Makeup Artistry Program is held at our 657 Silas Deane Hwy campus in Wethersfield, CT. Program availability fills up quickly, so we recommend enrolling as soon as possible. Students can choose from a 15-hour/week schedule that runs Monday to Wednesday, from 9:00 am – 2:30 pm, or a 9-hour/week schedule that runs Monday to Wednesday, from 5:30 – 8:30 pm. Let us know if you have any program scheduling questions.

Meet the Makeup Team

Bobby Blumenthal, Makeup Director
Bobby has been working in makeup and hair for over 25 years. During that time, he has worked for companies such as Lancôme and MAC. Having a strong desire to work in fashion and editorial, he was able to work at NYC Fashion Week with celebrities from fashion, music, theater, and film. He is the Makeup Director at International Institute of Cosmetology.

Mathena Rossa-Gahr, Makeup Educator
Mathena is a Makeup Academy Alumni and is currently teaching Airbrush Makeup and SFX Makeup. Since the age of 12, she has watched countless hours of makeup tutorials and practiced new techniques.

Combining her self-taught YouTube knowledge and hours of practice, she grew to getting friends ready for rehearsals and performances. She became the official hair and makeup coordinator for the Windsor Locks high school musical productions. Since her training at International Institute of Cosmetology, she fell in love with more skills and became interested in teaching future makeup lovers. Her specialties include airbrush makeup, special effects, and bridal glam. Mathena also works at Gugliottis Salon, doing bridal and event makeup.

Tuition Cost Information

Learn more about the costs of our Makeup Artistry Program:

For students starting before July 1, 2026:

Application fee (non-refundable): NA
Registration fee: NA
Tuition: $1,424.60
Lab fee: NA
Equipment/tool kit: $1,006.49
Tax (where applicable): $63.91
Total cost of program: $2,495.00

For students starting after July 1, 2026:

Application fee (non-refundable): $50.00
Registration fee: $150.00
Tuition: $1,424.60
Lab fee: $100.00
Equipment/tool kit: $1,006.49
Tax (where applicable): $63.91
Total cost of program: $2,795.00

Program costs are subject to change.

The Growing Demand for Professional Makeup Artists

If you have a love for makeup artistry, now is a great time to get the beauty education that can help you turn your passion into a successful career. At our beauty school, we go beyond basics and teach updated techniques that give you the competitive edge you need to rise in the industry. All students at our school have access to our extensive career services, including resume-building help, interviewing skill development, and an updated job board.

See What Our Students Have To Say

I previously graduated from IIC in 2017 from the aesthetics program. I returned to the school because of how well they treat their students and the education I received was amazing.

Shannon McCormack

This experience all together has confirmed that I made an amazing choice for a career. Ms.Rosie was and always will be the best part of it.

Jamina Singleton

I had an amazing experience at IIC. I've learned so much in such a short period of time and couldn't be happier with Ms.Jessica as my educator.

Sara Caldwell

FAQs About Our Makeup Artistry Program

Can I get financial aid for this program?

Due to the short length of this program, the Department of Education does not permit federal Financial Aid for this program. However, you could still find alternative funding from scholarships, a loan from your bank or credit union, or a Sallie Mae® loan. Our school offers a split payment option to help make it easier to pay the tuition cost.

Will I need to take a state exam to become a professional makeup artist?

No, the state of Connecticut currently does not have a makeup artist license. Completion of our Makeup Artistry Program results in certification. After that, you could pursue the makeup artistry career you’ve always dreamed of!

Will I learn how to apply eyelash extensions in this program?

Since Connecticut has an Eyelash Extension License, only strip lashes are applied in the Makeup Artistry class. Our school does offer a 50-hour Eyelash Technician Program, if you are interested in learning more about eyelash extensions.

What is provided in the student kit?

Students receive a professional makeup kit from Muse Pro, which includes a variety of professional-grade products and tools. A professional Omnia brush set is also included. The kit is yours to keep after completing the program.

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Get Excited About Enrolling in Our Makeup Artistry Program

See if you meet our admissions requirements for enrolling in the Makeup Artistry Program:

Be above the age of 17 on the enrollment date.
Complete a student application.
Must be a high school graduate, have obtained a General Educational Development (GED) certificate, or meet our school’s homeschool requirement.

If you have questions about enrollment, or you are ready to begin the process, please contact us. We are ready to assist you. We also encourage prospective students to schedule a personal tour of our school, so you can get a feel for our warm and welcoming school culture.