Admissions
How you get in the door.
We appreciate your interest. Review the packet below, then apply now. When doors open we admit on a monthly cycle; the catalog and pre-enrollment information will be available online and on site.
The application packet
- 01Completed academy application (start yours online)
- 02Copy of a valid photo I.D. (driver’s license or state-issued identification)
- 03Application fee and student permit fee
- 04High school diploma or GED; applicants must be at least 16
Review
Admissions reviews applications and admits students monthly. If your application is shortlisted, we will contact you with the next steps. Questions in the meantime: write us, or schedule a private tour.
Who it’s for
- Driven, self-motivated people
- Creative students who can take instruction
- People-focused professionals
- Aspiring shop owners
Who it’s not for
- Anyone unwilling to work with others
- Students who will not learn the business side
- Anyone expecting overnight success
- Anyone uncomfortable with feedback
Admissions questions
What do I need to apply?
- A completed application (start yours online), a valid photo ID, application and student permit fees, and a high school diploma or GED. Applicants must be at least 16.
When does Paramount Barber Academy open?
- Doors open Fall 2026 in Gastonia, NC. Applications for the inaugural cohort are open now.
Last reviewed September 1, 2026
Fall 2026
The inaugural cohort is forming.
Applications are open now. Start yours today, or sit down with us for a private tour.