EI-Makeup Program
EI-Makeup Program
EI-Makeup Program
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CONTENTS
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Introduction & School History 3
Campus Hollywood 4
EI Campus Information 5–6
School Mission & Philosophy, Accreditation & Veterans’ Benefits 7
Financial Aid Information & Administrative Personnel 8
Faculty 9 – 12
Courses of Study 13 – 18
Studio Makeup Artist Program 14
SFX (Special Effects) Makeup Program 15
Artistry of Makeup Program 16 – 17
Master Classes 18
Admissions 19 – 20
Complaint Policy 21
Fees & Tuition 22 – 24
Clock Hour & Credit Hour Conversion 24
Class Schedule & School Calendar 25 – 29
Student Academic Progress (SAP) 30 – 34
Grading Policy, Transcripts, Attendance 30 – 31
Leave of Absence, Making Up Missed Classes, Student Records 32
Probation, Termination, Appeals, Conduct 33
Student Rules of Conduct 34
Graduation 35 – 36
Student Services 37 – 39
Library Services, Student Advising Sessions 37
Career Services, Job Placement, Housing 38 – 39
Refund Cancellation Policy 40
Alumni Accomplishments 41 – 42
Application 43
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
EI would like to offer special thanks to those whose help and support made this catalog possible.
To Hisake Shibuya and Tak Sakimoto for their continued support and encouragement,
To all the students and graduates for their irreplaceable contribution and enthusiasm,
To the faculty for their beautiful designs, unwavering commitment, and creative remedies,
To Robert Goes and Brian Allen for their inspiring designs, precise guidance, and patience,
To Rocco Ceselan for his artistic choices and creative energy, and
To Tony Valdés for his unparalleled dedication and breathtaking inspiration.
Memberships
EI is a member of:
The Better Business Bureau
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
The National Association of Foreign Student Affairs (NAFSA)
Member School of ACCSCT
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ELEGANCE INTERNATIONAL
Introduction
Welcome to EI, Elegance International Inc., the first school of professional makeup school in the world, since 1966.
Our graduates are working throughout all makeup disciplines and throughout the world. Graduates have been nominated
nine times for the Academy Awards, winning three times, and several graduates have been nominated for the Emmy,
and many have won (both day and prime time awards).
History
EI has a long and proud history and continues to provide students with the most comprehensive and professional training
possible beginning in 1966 with a group of makeup professionals. These professionals had the intention of providing
the much-needed training in Makeup Artistry in a school environment, to contrast the generally practiced system of
apprenticeships at that time. In January 1972, the School expanded its facilities, personnel and programs. In the ensuing
years, the school received approval from the California State Department of Education and accreditation by the Accrediting
Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT). New and extensive courses were added to provide
students with expert training in every major aspect of professional makeup artistry.
In 2005 EI increased its course offerings by adding continuing education for all professional makeup artists, and in 2007
two new programs, Studio Makeup Artist and SFX (Special Effects Makeup) were added to the course offerings. EI's
course offerings provide students with three different avenues to pursue beauty and fashion, comprehensive makeup
artistry, and special effects.
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CAMPUS HOLLYWOOD
Other Campus Hollywood companies include ESP, Schecter Guitars and United Television Broadcasting (UTB), the Japanese
broadcasting station in Los Angeles. Campus Hollywood also has its own restaurant, The Green Room, which offers morning,
afternoon and evening refreshments and is located next to the MI campus on Hollywood Boulevard.
With the EI Student ID, discounts are available to students for concerts (at MI), theatrical productions (at TOA), and at
makeup and art centers throughout Southern California (Smash Box, Sephora, Naimes, Carter-Sexton, NIXIE, etc.)
EI is open for business Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. EI is open for training Monday through
Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. On Fridays, EI is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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THE EI CAMPUS
The EI campus is centrally located in the heart of Hollywood, just one block south of the famous Hollywood Boulevard and
Highland Avenue intersection. The Kodak Theatre, the Hollywood Museum at the Max Factor Building, Paramount Studios,
the Pantages Theatre, the Hollywood Wax Museum, movie theaters, cafe’s and a large variety of shopping and restaurant
experiences are all within a short walking distance, and Universal Studios is only one metro stop away. EI is a short distance
from the Hollywood (#101) Freeway, and the Hollywood/Highland Metro stop and bus services are just one block away.
The school covers more than 5,400 square feet on the second floor of this Campus Hollywood building. EI houses a lobby,
a student store, a student lounge, a library, five administrative offices, five large fully-equipped classrooms and a special
effects lab.
The Library
The school library houses relevant makeup and reference books, magazines, periodicals, and reference materials, along with
films and television shows on DVD and VHS. The library is available to students for research, study, and project development
during class time, and additional use daily from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m., from 1:00 - 1:45 p.m., if the Library is not otherwise reserved
during the lunch break, and again from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. daily. Students may check out books and periodicals with a photo ID,
and DVDs and VHS with a refundable deposit of $10. Class research can be conducted throughout each class day with
instructor permission.
Classrooms
All classrooms are designed with individual workstations, lighted mirrors, practice heads, audio-visual equipment, training films
and videos, and a variety of specialty items, including hackles, curling ovens, and air brushes as needed for training.
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THE EI CAMPUS
SFX Lab
The Special Effects Lab is for training students in the latest special effects topics, including full-body casting. The SFX
Lab includes a customized oven, spray booth, and counter and natural light for sculpting, supplies and equipment
necessary for training.
Student Lounge
Students have a lounge that is available during breaks which offers counter-seating, refrigerators, toaster ovens and
microwave ovens.
Student Store
EI believes in training students to seek out makeup on their own, as this is most important for a professional makeup artist's
career, but the school does provide basic makeup kits, and a variety of items needed for training at the campus. The Student
Store is open to students only, from Monday through Thursday 9:30 – 10:00 a.m., 1:50 – 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 – 7:00 p.m. The store
is open on Fridays from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Student ID Card
EI student ID cards allow students to enjoy a variety of discounts from many surrounding businesses. For food and drinks
students can take advantage of discounts at a variety of nearby eateries and 10 - 25% discounts from makeup stores
serving all areas of the makeup industries.
Class Size
The average class size at EI is ten (10); and no more than fourteen (14) students are permitted in any one class.
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The EI mission is to provide students with comprehensive training in all aspects of professional makeup artistry with emphasis on
both professional and artistic skills.
Accreditation
EI is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).
*Approval to operate indicates compliance with minimum state standards and does not imply any endorsement or
recommendation by the state or by the Bureau.
Authorized
The school is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant Visa students.
Veterans' Benefits
EI is approved under the provisions of Title 38, United States Code for Veterans. Students who wish to receive Veteran benefits
must submit a statement of previous training to the school for consideration. Students with previous training in the course to be
pursued must submit transcripts from previously attended institutions. Credits allowed will be recorded on the enrollment record
and the length of the course shortened proportionately. In addition, the student and the DVA shall be notified. (NOTE: All prior
training must be evaluated.) The VA or the state-approving agency may impose varying enrollment limitations. Veterans are
advised to obtain appropriate enrollment materials well in advance of starting class. Problems relating to veteran enrollment
should be directed to the regional office of the Veterans' Administration. This approval is for non-degree programs; this approval
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Financial Aid
EI is able to offer financial aid assistance to those who are qualified. Financial aid is available in the form of federal student aid,
the Federal PELL Grant, SEOG, and the Federal Stafford Loan, and FWS (Federal Work Study).
EI offers assistance in financing in the form of monthly payments, or terms agreed upon by the students and administration.
There is a qualifying procedure, and students must meet with the school's financial aid director.
Administrative Personnel
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FACULTY
RICK BONGIOVANNI Rick was born in San Jose, California. He served in the U.S. Army, and after his service as a
combat engineer, he left the military with the rank of sergeant. He then attended college where he received a degree in
criminal justice. Rick served as both a sheriff's deputy and a park ranger in Santa Clara County as well as a police officer
for the State of California. He then went on to study makeup artistry, and has worked as a makeup artist, department
head, key makeup artist as well as an assistant makeup artist. He works on large and low budget feature films including
End of Days, Bicentennial Man and Idle Hands ; and television productions including X-Files and Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Rick shares his experience and knowledge as an instructor and has been instructing privately for several years. Rick also
served as the head of prosthetics for the Joe Blasco Make-up Centers, and taught at the Empire School of Makeup, all
before becoming an instructor at EI. Rick is also an accomplished magician and is a performing member at the “World
Famous“ Magic Castle.
JENNIFER CORONA Jennifer has worked as a professional makeup artist in high fashion photographic, print media,
music videos, live performance, television, film and special effects. Her work has appeared in numerous magazines
including Lowrider, Tattoo Life & Tattoo Energy (U.K.), Barracuda, Big Wheel, Femme Fatal, Dead Beat and Garage.
Her work in music videos includes Billy Talent, Placebo, Velvet Revolver and Maria Fatal Music. In addition, Jennifer has
also created makeup designs for weddings, special occasions, the Queen Mary's Haunted Shipwreck, and for Universal
Studios’ Face Painting Program. Her clients include Westcoast Choppers, Puma, Hot Topic, Torrid, Arden B., Lucky 13
Apparel, Universal Studios, Warner Brothers and LA Inc. Jennifer is a graduate of Joe Blasco and now works at EI
teaching makeup in the High Fashion Photographic, Theatrical / Live Performance, Television and Tech Lab courses.
CHRISTINE GEORGE Christine first started her career assisting celebrity makeup artist Eugenia Weston while attending
Newberry School of Cosmetology in 2000. While her craft was evolving in the beauty industry, she was soon offered her first
Music Video. From then on Christine has worked extensively in the music video world beautifying many celebrities including
Mariah Carey, Sting, Enrique Iglesias, Prince and Kelly Clarkson to name a few. She also works in the commercial industry.
She has also worked for LATHER Beauty Lounge, one of Los Angeles's hippest premier salons. In 2004 she embarked on a
cross country tour as key tour stylist, makeup artist and teacher for one of FOX's popular reality makeover series teaching the
public how to apply makeup. Christine currently runs and operates her own beauty studio in Los Angeles while continuing
her work in the beauty and music video industries and is now training the next generation of makeup artists.
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FACULTY
KASEY GOVEIA Kasey first began her career as a makeup artist twenty years ago working for cosmetic companies that
included Lancôme, Clinique and Borghese, and she has held management positions with Bobbi Brown and Prescriptives.
Kasey has also had a lucrative freelance makeup career in television, film, print media and music videos. Some of her clients
include Nickelodeon, Sony Music, Budweiser, New Yorker magazine, Capitol Records, IBM, Kia Cars and Telemundo. Kasey
is also a successful jazz vocalist and teaches live performance makeup courses for vocal artists at Musicians Institute (MI).
DUSTIN HEALD After completing a degree in the Business of Makeup at the Douglas Education Center in Pennsylvania
where he studied with Tom Savini. After receiving numerous awards for his work in special effects makeup Dustin headed
to Los Angeles. He worked for Stan Winston Studios on a variety of films including Indiana Jones 4 and Avitar. He has also
worked for Motion Picture F/X and works extensively in commercials, film and episodic television. He is now an instructor
at EI teaching in the television, film and special effects disciplines. Dustin is also a member of Who's Who for his
achievement in makeup and holds a Douglas Award for his service to civic organizations and programs.
CECELIA HERNANDEZ Born and raised in Palm Springs, California, CeCe graduated from EI in 2005, specializing in special
effects makeup. CeCe has worked extensively at United Television Broadcasting in the news department and on commercials
for their commercial division. She has worked for USC opera productions for the music department and on music videos for
Musicians Institute. Special effects remains her passion and she serves as the lab technician for the SFX program at EI,
as the lab assistant for Tech Lab and as an instructor for Theatre and Tech Lab.
ROCHELLE KNEISLEY Rochelle is a veteran of Ventura College's theatre department, where she began her career in stage
makeup. After numerous productions, she moved on to community-theater productions in Ojai, specifically the Shakespeare
Festivals. She pursued film and television makeup at the Learning Tree University then went on to work on many films which
included work with important actors such as Jeff Daniels. Rochelle also works with Maital Sabban, the famous makeup artist,
working on music videos featuring artists like Kidd Rock and Eminem. Rochelle is an experienced special effects makeup artist,
and her work has included the creation of many prosthetics wounds, amputations, eyes, aliens, etc. She recently completed
work on a new Bruce Campbell film My Name is Bruce.
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FACULTY
DENNIS RAMIREZ Dennis graduated from Santa Rosa College in theatre arts with an emphasis on theatrical
makeup. He continued his studies at Cinema Make-up School and began working in film, television, stage, in fine
art fabrication, molding, fabricating and finishing. Among Dennis's numerous credits, he has worked on many
television shows including CSI: Vegas, Cold Case Files, NCIS, and CSI: Miami. Some of his film credits for special
effects makeup include Poseidon for Warner Brothers Studios, The Night Stalker for 20th Century Fox, Poultrygeist,
and Blackwater, Valley Serial Killer. Dennis has also worked on the special effects for the stage production,
Wicked, and works every year on Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights and on the Queen Mary's
Shipwreck. Dennis brings all of his experience in special effects, television, film and stage production to EI.
DAN RUSSO Dan began working as a professional makeup artist at the Don Post Studios, where he worked on
the R & D Team. There he designed, sculpted and painted the new line of Halloween products; he also became
the head painter at Don Post Studios. During his years at Don Post Studios, Dan had the pleasure of working
alongside some of the most talented effects artists in the business. His first movie was Halloween 6: The Curse
of Michael Myers, where he painted the mask for the movie. His next project placed him under the great airbrush
painter Gino Acevedo and he worked on the movie Godzilla under the Tattopolous Production Company, where
Dan also advanced his airbrushing skills. Dan has also worked as a freelance artist and painter on numerous
projects. In 2005 he supervised the makeup and effects for the Asylum Production Company where he designed,
created and applied all the effects for Frankenstein Reborn, The Beast of Bray Road and Dead Man Walking.
Dan brings all of his work in special effects, on-set makeup applications and all his freelance experience into
the classroom for both the Artistry of Makeup and SFX programs at EI.
TRUDI SCHOOLHOUSE Trudi began her professional career for Max Factor and has worked for over 20 years
as a model and professional makeup artist. She teaches theater makeup at USC and LACC, and holds training
sessions at UCLA. Trudi also conducts makeup seminars in the U.S., Europe and the Middle East. She has worked
in the film and television industries for more than 20 years, and has been the makeup artist on numerous films,
television and theatrical productions in the U.S. and abroad. Trudi has been teaching at EI for over sixteen years,
participating in seminars, mentoring new teachers and getting students started at a variety of productions. She
also provides her makeup expertise for modeling agencies, IMTA (International Models & Talent Association)
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FACULTY
ARLENE SILVER Arlene's initial makeup background began in film and television production, and she earned a bachelors
in communications from California State University, Fullerton. For two years, she worked in film production before discovering
makeup artistry as her career. Seeking more specialized training, she enrolled at Studio Makeup Academy in Los Angeles
and studied beauty and Special effects makeup. Arlene has worked as a freelance makeup artist for the past several
years on a variety of projects ranging from television commercials to high fashion runway shows. Her client list includes:
The Style Channel, Fox, The SAG Awards and Coca-Cola. Her work has been seen in Vanity Fair, Women's Wear Daily,
GQ, Entertainment Weekly and Violet magazines. In addition to her experience as a makeup artist Arlene is also
a licensed esthetician.
TONY VALDÉS Tony graduated from the University of Puerto Rico where he earned a bachelors in theater. He worked
for fourteen years as a makeup artist for numerous theatrical productions and for the Telemundo Network Channel. Tony
then moved to New York and studied at the Bob Kelly Studios. In 1999 he moved to Los Angeles, California to continue his
studies in film and special FX makeup. Tony has worked as a professional makeup artist at CNN Spanish Edition, as the
senior makeup artist for Wayne Foster Entertainments, for fashion photo shoots for Sears, Co. and by providing his expertise
on music videos and independent films. In addition to his teaching and administrative duties as director of education at EI,
Tony serves as a makeup artist and hairdresser for numerous award shows including The Academy Awards (the Oscars)
and The Grammy Awards.
MARNIE WILSON Marnie, a licensed cosmetologist, is also a professional makeup artist, having studied at Cinema Secrets
and Vidal Sassoon. Marnie has worked extensively as a key makeup artist and hair stylist for Universal Studios and with the
Cimarron Group, and has worked for numerous photographic studios including work with Kevin Hecht, Nadine Belford and
Evan MacKenzie. She has also worked with film and television stars such as Nick Cannon and John Cryer. In addition to
her years as a film and photographic makeup artist, Marnie has served as a beauty advisor and manager for Lancôme
and Prescriptives.
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COURSES OF STUDY
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COURSES OF STUDY
Overall Objectives:
Students who graduate from this program are prepared to take an entry-level position within the beauty makeup industries
applying makeup to: clients, models, brides and actors for beauty applications in spas, salons, photo studios, weddings and
special events.
Course Content:
Over the course of four months students will demonstrate the ability to evaluate faces for skin conditioning and coloring,
facial structure, and correction and enhancement of features. Students will receive lectures, demonstrations and lab
workshops that allow them to practice each and every aspect of the training.
This program of study includes:
• Salon Makeup: all aspects of beauty and corrective makeup including day/evening applications
• Photographic Makeup: high fashion concepts, designs, applications, black and white, and color theory and
applications, print media, client concepts
• The Wedding Business: makeup applications for a variety of settings and situations, wedding parties, bride,
mother-of-the-bride considerations, bridesmaid considerations, and advising sessions
• Airbrushing: choosing your machine and the right cosmetics; application considerations and designs; assignment
considerations
• Hair Styling: appropriate dos and don’ts, hair for the client, period hair, hair pieces and wigs, use of all irons
• Psychology of Beauty: Young girls want to look older, women of a certain age want to look younger, and all women
have visions of themselves that may not match what they see in the mirror. How does the professional makeup artist
make all women feel good about themselves and their appearance? This course provides answers to this question,
assisting the makeup artist to better serve all clients.
Grades are determined by: attendance, project assignments, design process, written final exam and project
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COURSES OF STUDY
Overall Objectives:
To prepare students for entry-level positions in shops and companies that caters to the special effects industries for film,
television, print media, commercial and video productions.
Course Content:
This course offers students the full-range of training necessary to begin a career in the special effects industry.
Some of the specific areas of training include:
• Life Casting (full head) • Basic Makeup Techniques & Painting • Mold Making
• Designing Techniques • Foam Rubber Casting • Pre-painting Appliances
• Sculpting Techniques • Basic Airbrushing Techniques • Running Silicone
• Body Part Casting • Hair Effects • Prosthetic Applications
• Casting Facial Expressions • Silicone Molds & Pieces • Seaming
• Running Foam • Multi-Piece Molding • Final Project Presentations
This class is taught in a SFX lab, with customized spray booth and oven, and state-of-the-art equipment and tools.
Grades are determined by: attendance, completion of project assignments, quizzes, final projects and written final exam
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Overall Objectives:
This program prepares students to become complete makeup artists with an overall comprehension of what is necessary to
be a professional, along with the necessary skills to become eligible for positions within the professional makeup industries,
and the time and instruction needed to become an artist. The course includes training for positions within salons, spas,
cosmetic companies, opera, live theatre and ballet companies, dance, musical and comedy group productions, as well
as live non-dramatic entertainment presentations and commercial, video, film and television productions.
Course Content:
Students learn how to create makeup designs for all aspects of straight makeup and effects applications as they relate
to beauty, film, television, theatrical/live performances and high fashion photographic makeup industries.
• Salon: Beauty and Corrective Makeup - Students learn all the fundamentals of the face including shape, condition,
and corrective techniques, day and evening applications, with special emphasis on the elements of the face: eyes,
nose, lips, cheeks, etc.
• Theatrical/Live Performance Makeup - Training in intimate, mid-range and long-range theatrical productions,
development of specific character studies including analysis of the personality together with environment,
heredity, health, personality, circumstances as they influence character appearance, age and facial hair.
• High Fashion Photographic Makeup - Training includes lighting for black and white and color print; the study of
color with all the uses of color; expanded and reinforced creativity and imagination; the understanding and use
of non-conventional elements in fanciful designs; how to promote products through makeup design; studio etiquette;
and the uses of film versus digital photographs.
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COURSES OF STUDY
• Beginning Prosthetics - Tech Lab - Training includes construction of proper and realistic attachments to head and face;
ventilating and punching hair; bald cap construction; the running of foam latex, gelatin and silicone; teeth making; cast
and molding of impressions; and the development of characters with appliances to be used in the film and TV courses.
• Television and HDTV Makeup - Training includes the difference between analog and digital TV; the achievement of a
20-year increase/decrease in age, using cosmetics only; duplicating realistic diseases, such as small pox, AIDS,
malnutrition, etc.; script analysis; injury and bruises; character breakdowns; extreme corrective makeup for a variety
of television presentations; airbrushing and body makeup; application of facial hair works; and creating and removing
tattoos with makeup only.
• Film Makeup - The final class in this year-long program focuses on all aspects of film makeup including set etiquette;
character development; building the artist's portfolio; bald cap applications; appliance applications; age and character
progression and development; horror characters including complex injuries, medical dressings and treatments; period
designs; and budgets. Final exam project is the design and creation of a dead body for evaluation and grading.
Grades are determined by: attendance, completion of project assignments, quizzes, final projects and written final exam
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MASTER CLASSES
These classes are available to make professionals and to EI students and graduates.
Overall Objectives:
Master classes provide additional training in specific areas: air brushing, hair styling and arranging and refresher classes
in all makeup disciplines. Master classes are 60-70 hours of training. All master classes are offered a few times each year.
Please contact the school for further information.
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ADMISSIONS
To complete the admissions process, candidates must submit a signed agreement and supporting documents to the
Admissions Department prior to enrollment, and meet with the director of the school for an interview.
Students who do not have a high school diploma may submit a GED, or take the Basic Skills Test, the Wonderlic. Students
can make arrangements with the Admissions Office to have an authorized agent for the Wonderlic administer the test.
Students must achieve a Verbal Comprehension of 305 and a Quantitative score of 235 to be successfully enrolled into the
program at EI. Enrolling students must also take the entrance exam, the pre-screening questionnaire and quiz.
Prior training may satisfy some prerequisite requirements for applicants in the advanced level courses. Evaluating prior
experience and knowledge can only be achieved on a case-by-case basis, and admission is determined by the academic
and school directors.
The registration fee must be paid prior to enrollment, and all tuition arrangements must be made in advance of enrollment
with the financial aid director. Appointments for registration can be made in advance by calling the Admissions Office.
On the week prior to the monthly start date, new students attend an orientation where they review student rules,
career goals, and meet the student services director. The orientation provides an opportunity for new students to ask
questions, meet instructors and review materials and supplies they will need for class.
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International students are welcome to EI. All staff and faculty are eager to help international students adjust to school
at EI and life in Southern California.
International students attend morning classes only and attend an extra nine hours each week for lab time. The lab time
can be used doing research in the library and/or in practice rooms working on and completing projects. International
students are to arrange their extra hours with the director and academic director.
All international students who apply for the I-20 must have proof of financial stability in order to enroll in the professional
makeup artist program. International students can apply through the Admissions Office for all necessary paperwork.
EI can issue the I-20, M-1 student visa to qualified students, and I-20 documentation can only be provided for the
student at the time the student is registered in school.
*An interview with the school director can be conducted in lieu of the TSE.
EI offers instruction in English only, and does not offer English as a Second Language instruction.
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COMPLAINT POLICY
The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT) accredits EI. If a student does not
feel that EI has adequately addressed a complaint or concern, the student may consider contacting the Accrediting Commission.
All complaints considered by the Commission must be in written form, with permission from the complaint/s for the Commission
to forward a copy of the complaint to the school for a response. The Commission will keep the complainant informed as to the
status of the complaint as well as the final resolution. A copy of the Commission's Complaint Form is available at the school
and may be obtained by contacting the Director. Please direct all inquiries to:
ACCSCT
2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302, Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 247-4212
A copy of the Commission’s Complaint Form is available at the school and may be obtained by contacting the Director.
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FEES
*International students may need to pay any bank-related transfer fees, usually $15.00.
A one-time application for consideration fee of $25.00 is charged to all interested candidates; candidates who are accepted
into the program will deduct $25.00 from the registration fee.
Students are required to purchase makeup, supplies and tools for each class. Students are encouraged to purchase these
supplies as they progress through their training, and not to buy them in advance of classes. The itemized fees for makeup
are estimates. Students may purchase these items from the student store on campus, or they may choose to purchase items
at makeup supply companies throughout the southern California area.
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TUITION
* Note: This is an estimate only. Makeup supplies can be purchased at the school or at makeup supply houses
in the surrounding area. Students should purchase the best products for the best price.
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TUITION
Students who successfully complete the Artistry of Makeup Program receive a diploma upon completion.
Financial aid assistance is offered to eligible students who are enrolled in these programs.
* Note: This is an estimate only. Makeup supplies can be purchased at the school or at makeup supply houses
in the surrounding area. Students should purchase the best products for the best price.
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CLASS SCHEDULE
SFX Program
Program begins every five months and classes meet Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Day Classes
Day Classes meet twice each week on a Mon/Wed or a Tues/Thurs schedule.
Mondays & Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Evening Classes
Evening classes meet four nights each week for the Artistry of Makeup program only:
Monday through Thursday from 6:45 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Workshops are held twice each week in the evening.
Additional EI Holidays:
EI offers student free days throughout the year, and a week off in May and in July of each year. Usually EI also offers
a week off during the last week of December and the first week of January. Please see the calendar that follows.
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Classes begin each month, either on a Monday/Wednesday track or a Tuesday/Thursday track. Evening classes are available
throughout the year on the T/T track, and students are asked to contact the Admissions Office for further information
regarding evening classes.
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Grading Policy
In addition to the attendance requirements students must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0, a C grade, in order
to be considered a student in good standing. Individual courses in compliance with satisfactory academic progress will be assessed at
the 50% point of each course. Students must successfully complete each course before continuing on to the next one. Daily grades are
recorded and based on instructor evaluations. Please see the following breakdown for the grading formula.
Grade Percentage Grade Point Average
A 90 – 100 4.00
B 80 – 89 3.00
C 70 – 79 2.00
D 60 – 69 1.00
F 59 – 0 0.00
I Incomplete 0.00
The following criteria is used to determine grades at the end of each course.
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Transcripts
Transcripts are issued to graduates upon completion of the Artistry of Makeup Program and additional academic transcripts
are available for a fee of $5.00. Duplicate diplomas and certificates are $10.00 upon request. Fees must be paid in full for each
portion of training for which the student requests transcripts. All fees must be paid in full to receive a diploma or certificate.
Student academic files are maintained at this campus. Satisfactory academic progress standards are consistently applied
to all students.
Attendance Policy
EI is training students to become professional makeup artists, and towards this end, EI places enormous emphasis on attendance.
Students are expected to be prompt and attend every class. Students must have a minimum of 80% overall attendance to be considered
an active student in good standing. Students who fall below the 80% attendance rate are placed on probation. Students who have three
consecutive absences are placed on probation. Students may not be absent more than three (3) times in any course. Students who
have four consecutive absences, without excuse and without make up classes, are terminated from the program. Students who must
be unavoidably absent must make up their classes and projects by making arrangements with the director of education before the end
of each course. Make-Up Sessions are usually held on Fridays. (see “Making-Up Missed Classes” under Student Academic Progress).
Absences remain on students' permanent records.
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Leave of Absence
Excessive absences work adversely on students' records, and if students have a medical or a personal problem to work out,
they may take a leave of absence (LOA), ensuring that the time lost can be made up when the student returns. For personal
reasons students may take up to a two-month leave of absence. For medical reasons, students may take up to a four-month
leave of absence.
All projects and assignments must be turned in prior to a final grade and/or transcript being issued for each course.
Student Records
Student financial records are maintained for ten years after students have completed their stay at this school. Academic
records are kept into perpetuity. All files are secured in locked, fire-proof and flood-proof cabinets in a secured location
safe from casual contact and theft.
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Termination is a measure taken by the school when a student has not successfully met the standards of the school.
Some reasons for termination include not improving performance once placed on probation; by not adhering to the student
rules given to students at orientation; being under the influence, consuming, selling or possession of drugs or alcohol on
school premises; possession of a weapon on school premises; for demonstrating disrespectful behavior to another student,
administrators, or faculty; for failure to meet financial obligations.
Appeals Process
Students have the right to appeal any disciplinary action but they must do so in writing. Students' written appeals will be
reviewed and evaluated by the director. The appeal must be received within 30 days of the initial action and provide all
information relative to the event or situation resulting in the disciplinary action. The school director will reply in writing
within 30 days.
Student Conduct
At EI students are being trained to be professional makeup artists. EI expects students to behave in a respectful and
professional manner at all times. Students are to follow the school rules listed in this catalog, cooperate with classmates,
staff and faculty and abide by the Student Rules of Conduct given to students at the orientation and reinforced throughout
the school.
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• Attend all classes; if you must be absent, you must notify the school personally by calling.
• Always be on time for class and stay until class has ended.
• Come prepared: bring all supplies, notepads, pen/pencil, makeup, etc.
• Cell phones are not to be used in class, nor are voice-activated bilingual or electronic equipment for any reason
while in class. Messages can be left at the front desk.
• Notify the instructor if you are unable to attend class. Two absences from class is grounds for academic probation,
and four absences constitutes termination from school.
• Adhere to proper conduct and behavior in all classes at all times. This includes conducting yourself in a professional
and appropriate manner.
• Comply with all instructor rules and policies at all times.
• Complete all assignments, including projects, on time as required by the instructor.
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress, and no cheating, for any reason.
• Abide by the school's drug and alcohol-free policy.
• Abide by the school's dress code: be well-groomed for class; no visible underwear, no flip-flops, no see-through
clothing, no shorts, no short skirts, no wife-beater T-shirts, and no mid-drifts or navels are to show at any time.
• Use the Student Lounge as a resting place, and not the lobby/entrance.
• Always leave the classroom, work area, and restrooms clean and neat.
• Never bring children or friends (who are not models) to school.
• Ask for a staff member's assistance if you want copies made.
• Complete course work, projects and exams on time.
• Always be respectful and courteous to faculty, staff and classmates.
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GRADUATION
Students receive notice of their progress at the mid-term for each course. Students must maintain a passing grade
of 70% or “C” grade, as a minimum, at each level of progress. Grades are posted at the end of each course.
Students whose grades fall at 69% or below will be placed on academic probation until the next assessment period.
If students have not improved their grade point average by the next assessment period, they will be suspended from class.
A Student who has been suspended will be allowed to return the next time the course is offered, as space is available,
and if the student agrees to comply with the school's SAP.
If a student fails to complete any course or program, for any reason, the maximum time allowed to complete the missed
requirements is 1.5 times the normal duration. For example the Artistry of Makeup Program is 600-clock hours taught over
96 class sessions in 48 weeks (excluding breaks). Therefore a student has a maximum of 72 weeks of school days to complete
the program requirements to receive a passing grade. Courses of 100-clock hours are held over an 8 week period; therefore
a student has a maximum of 12 weeks, in total, to complete the course. If a student fails to complete any course or program
within the 1.5 period of time and the student is not on a leave of absence, the incompletion shall be converted to a failure at
the end of the period.
The only exception to this policy is for an authorized Leave of Absence, approved by the school director or director of education
prior to the period of the absence, and by written request of the student. At the end of the Leave of Absence, maximum two
months, if the student does not return to school on time, the student will be dropped from the program.
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GRADUATION
Graduation Requirements
In order to successfully complete training at EI and be considered for graduation students must achieve the following:
• Have maintained 80% attendance throughout the program.
• Have achieved an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 (“C”).
• Have completed all projects and have received a final grade.
• Be cleared from the Finance Office and all outstanding fees must be paid before a student is considered a
graduate and is able to receive a diploma and transcript from the school.
• Have completed all courses, projects and final exams within sixteen (16) months of the start date.
(This excludes official Leaves of Absences.)
Students who successfully complete the Artistry of Makeup Program or SFX Program receive a diploma. Certificates
are granted for the continuing education courses, individual courses (Salon and Photographic Makeup) and for Studio
Makeup Artist Program.
Graduation Celebration
At the end of each session EI holds a party for graduates and all staff. Faculty and students are invited. Graduates receive
their certificate or diploma when all graduation requirements have been met.
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STUDENT SERVICES
EI offers a variety of services to its students and some services are shared throughout all of the Campus Hollywood
schools. These services include but are not limited to:
The Library
Students may also avail themselves of the school library at any time for classroom assignments and research.
Official library hours for students are: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday through Wednesday, and on
Thursdays the library is open until 7:00 p.m. The library is also available during class time when scheduled by instructors.
If the Library is not in use during the lunch break, 1:00 – 1:45 p.m., then students are welcome to conduct research only.
If students wish to check out any books or materials, they must sign the registry card and leave a photo ID for security.
Books and materials may not be removed off campus for any reason. Arrangements can be made with the placement/
student services director.
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CAREER SERVICES
Career Services
Career services are available to all students who are either enrolled or who have graduated through our
Student Services Department. Appointments can be made in advance with the director of student services.
Though EI cannot guarantee placement, every effort is made to ensure that students are assisted in their job
search within all the professional makeup fields.
The Facility
This institution, the facilities it occupies and the equipment it utilizes, fully comply with all federal, state and local ordinances and
regulations including those requirements as to fire safety, building safety and health.
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STUDENT SERVICES
Housing Services
Students have access to housing partnerships EI has with:
• Synergy Corporate Housing provides fully furnished and accessorized apartments. To place your
reservations, please call 877-600-1155 or e-mail [email protected].
• USH (Universal Student Housing) provides assistance for home stay situations for EI's international students.
USH can be reached at T: 310.824.4908, F: 310.824.2412, E: [email protected] or visit their web site at
www.usaish.com.
Student may call or log on to the following agencies: for more choices for housing:
Westside Rentals www.westsiderentals.com 800.736.8005
Rent Times www.rentimes.com 323.653.7368
Apartment Guides www.aptguides.com 818.893.1249
Oakwood Apartments (Corporate Office) 323.878.2100
Rancho Los Feliz (Corporate Apartments) 323.663.2626
REFUND POLICY
Students have a right to a full refund of all charges, less the amount of the $75.00 registration fee if the student cancels
the enrollment agreement prior to or on the first day of instruction. The amount retained by the school will not exceed
the $75.00 (seventy-five dollars) registration fee.
If a student withdraws from the program after instruction has begun the student will receive a pro rata refund for the unused
portion of the tuition and other refundable charges if the student has completed 60% or less of the instruction. The date of
withdrawal is the date of cancellation and is determined as the date the student notifies the school of the decision to cancel,
or the last date of attendance, if the student fails to notify the school. The student shall be charged for all days up to and
including the date of withdrawal. For example, if the student completes only 50 hours of a 100-hour course, and paid $2,000
in tuition, the student would receive the refund of $1,000.
EI will also refund money collected from a third party on the student's behalf, such as Veteran's Benefits, Title IV, and/or
WIA funds, if the school cancels or discontinues the course in which the student is enrolled, or if the student drops out.
If any portion of the tuition was paid from the proceeds of a third party, the refund will be sent to the lender or agency
that guaranteed the funds.
Any remaining amount will first be used to repay any student financial aid programs from which the student received
benefits, in proportion to the benefits received. Any remaining amount will be paid to the student. All refunds are
paid within thirty (30) days of the cancellation of the contract.
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Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________
Street City State Zip
Date of Birth: ________/________/________ Desired Course Schedule: M/W or T/T (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
Evening (6:45 – 10 p.m.)
Month you would like to begin training: (Circle One) Jan Feb Mar Apr May June
July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec
Which program/s are you interested in studying? (Check one)
Studio Makeup Artist Program (Day classes only)
SFX Makeup Program (Day classes only)
Artistry of Makeup Program (Day/Evening classes)
International Students
In addition to providing proof of education, International Students need to provide passport (valid for at least one year),
and have proof of financial responsibility.
Please submit a fee of $25 for this application; if the candidate enrolls, this fee will be applied to the $75 registration fee.
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