Applications for 2027 are now Open! We will be reaching out in December to those who apply!

Applications must be submitted before November 11, 2026. Applicants are notified of their acceptance by December 5th. Classes start in January 2027. All dates and locations are on the homepage.

Applications can be made online or through the US Mail. Follow the link to download the application or fill out the online application below.

Tuition payment of $3000 must be postmarked no later than December 19, 2026

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NOTE: The following Application Requires the following uploads, please have them ready before you submit your application…

Printed & Completed Application (If you choose not to fill out the online application)
One page (250 typewritten words) description of why you are interested in the program
Personal resume
Letter of support from your employer (unless you are the owner/operator)

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- One page (250 typewritten words) description of why
  you are interested in the program;
- Personal resume;
- Letter of support from your employer (unless you are
  the owner/operator)
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Total Tuition is $3000

Should you be accepted, your tuition of $3000 will be required to guarantee your spot. If the class is full, you may choose to be placed on the waiting list for the next class.
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