Tuition planning shouldn’t hold you back from starting your dream career in esthetics at NIMA! With multiple financing options available, our team will help you find the best solution to fit your needs. At NIMA, you’ll receive an exceptional education that offers incredible value, setting you up for success in the beauty industry.
Don’t wait. Start the application process today to reserve your spot in an upcoming course. Once we receive your application, our Enrollment Specialist will contact you to complete the enrollment and tuition payment process.
self - pay
Students who wish to pay tuition without using federal or private loans, simply need to begin the NIMA Application process. An Enrollment Specialist will then contact you to schedule your enrollment meeting and complete the enrollment process.
Required Payments for Self-Pay Students:
- $1,000 down payment due to reserve your spot in your desired start date
- Full tuition and fees will be due 30 days prior to your desired start date
federal student aid
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available to all students regardless of income. FAFSA awards may include grants, no-interest loans and low-interest loans provided by the Federal Department of Education. If you do not plan to self-pay your full tuition, we require that you apply for, and accept, all Federal Student Aid that is awarded to you.
INFORMATION YOU WILL NEED FOR FAFSA:
- School Code: 042103
- Company Name Utah: National Institute of Medical Aesthetics
- Company Name Nevada: National Institute of Modern Aesthetics
- If you have already started FAFSA for another school, login and select “Make Corrections to a Processes FAFSA”.
STEPS AFTER COMPLETEING FAFSA:
- Download your Student Aid Report once it has been emailed to you by the Department of Ed (5-7 days after you complete your application). You will need to upload this to your application portal.
- Complete the Undergraduate Student Entrance Counseling. Download a copy. You will need to upload this to your application portal.
- Complete the Master Promissory Note. Using your FSA ID, select “Undergraduate Student” and complete the loan agreement for “Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans”. Download a copy. You will need to upload this to your application portal.
private & in house financing
If FAFSA does not cover your full tuition, NIMA offers private funding options as well as in-house financing options. We require that you apply to, and accept any amounts awarded from, at least two private funding options prior to being eligible for in-house financing.
PREFERED PRIVATE FUNDING OPTIONS:
Company Name: National Institute of Medical Esthetics
IN HOUSE FINANCING:
After you have applied for and accepted both FAFSA and 2 private options, NIMA will finance any remaining tuition over the duration of your enrollment. The following terms apply:
- $1,000 down payment required to hold a spot in any course
- Up to $3,000 required prior to start date. Amount due will vary depending on loan and financial aid.
- Remaining tuition will be divided into equal payments over the course of your enrollment, based on your original estimated graduation date
- 4% interest while enrolled
- 6% interest on any amount unpaid at original estimated graduation date
Federal Financial Aid (Available for Aesthetic Licensure programs only)
Private Loans
In-House Financing*
Sallie Mae
MACU for any personal loan
Start your FAFSA application here: FAFSA Application
Use the following on your application:
Utah & Nevada School Code: 042103
Company Name: NIMA National Institute of Medical Aesthetics
Select the tax year from two years prior to the current tax year.
Grants – Need-based; no repayment required.
Subsidized Loans – Need-based; repayment required, but no interest accrues while in school.
Unsubsidized Loans – Available to all students; repayment required, and interest accrues from the start.
Available for dependents with parental assistance.
A parent must attend the Enrollment Meeting if applying.
More info: Parent PLUS Loan.
A legal document in which you promise to repay your loan(s) and any accrued interest/fees to the U.S. Department of Education.
It also explains the terms and conditions of your loan(s)
A required session to ensure you understand loan terms, repayment responsibilities, and how interest works.
Covers repayment options and tips to avoid delinquency or default.
Most loans require payment 6 months post gradation, but loans can start to be paid sooner than 6 months in order to avoid interest.
Tuition Planning
Ready to pursue your dream but worried about tuition? We’ve got you covered! Great news, there are several financial aid and scholarship opportunities available for those who qualify!
Am I Eligible for Financial Aid?
Figuring out if you qualify for financial aid and scholarships can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to make it easier! Factors like income are considered, but they don’t automatically disqualify you from federal student aid. Schedule a financial aid appointment today and let our experts guide you through the process!
Schedule a Virtual Financial Aid Consultation
funding your NIMA education
We offer multiple options to help you finance your education:
- Federal Financial Aid (Available for Aesthetic Licensure programs only)
- Private Loans
- In-House Financing*
*NIMA provides in-house financing for students who have exhausted all federal and private loan options. Applicants must complete the FAFSA and apply to at least two private lenders before being considered. Interest rates will apply and vary based on current market conditions.
Full Tuition Payment & Enrollment Process
If you plan to pay your tuition in full without using federal or private loans, you can skip steps 2-3. Your next step is to complete our online application.
Once submitted, a NIMA Enrollment Specialist will reach out to schedule your enrollment meeting, where we will:
- Collect a $1,000 down payment
- Schedule payment for your full tuition (due at least 30 days before your start date)
- Finalize your enrollment date & attendance schedule
- Sign your enrollment agreement
Please note: All credit card transactions are subject to a 3% processing fee.
We look forward to welcoming you to NIMA!
Financial Aid & Tuition Assistance Requirements
Students who are unable to pay tuition in full must first complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before submitting this application. All students qualify for some form of federal tuition assistance.
At NIMA, students are required to accept all available federal aid before becoming eligible for in-house financing.
Types of Federal Tuition Assistance:
- Grants – Need-based; no repayment required.
- Subsidized Loans – Need-based; repayment required but does not accrue interest while in school.
- Unsubsidized Loans – Available to all students; repayment required, and interest accrues from the start of the loan.
For questions or assistance with the FAFSA process, please reach out to our financial aid team!
Start FAFSA Application
Utah School Code: 042103
Company Name: NIMA National Institute of Medical Aesthetics
Nevada School Code: 042103
Company Name: NIMA National Institute of Modern Aesthetics
Note: If you have already started a FAFSA application for another school, login to your FAFSA account and choose “Make Corrections to a Processed FAFSA”. You will add NIMA’s school information to your existing application. Complete BOTH available FAFSA applications.
- Download your Student Aid Report as soon as it is available. This will be emailed to you from the government, once they have processed your FAFSA application (takes 5-7 business days).
- Complete the Undergraduate Student Entrance Counseling. Download a copy of your counseling report to upload into your online application.
Loan Entrance Counseling Requirements
- Complete the Master Promissory note. Using you FSA ID, select “Undergraduate Student” and complete the loan agreement for “Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans”. Download a copy of your agreement. You will be asked to upload the agreement to this portal.
Master Promissory Note
Next Steps After Submitting Your FAFSA
Once you submit your FAFSA, you may see your “award amount” immediately for Pell Grants, Subsidized, and Unsubsidized loans. If these amounts cover your full tuition, you can proceed to complete your application.
After submitting your application, a NIMA Enrollment Specialist will reach out to schedule an enrollment meeting, where we will:
- Collect a $1,000 down payment
- Schedule payment for your full tuition (due at least 30 days prior to your start date)
- Finalize your enrollment date
- Finalize your attendance schedule
- Sign your enrollment agreement
If additional funding is needed to cover your tuition, please proceed to Step 3 before submitting your application.
Private Loan Options for Tuition Coverage
If federal grants and loans do not fully cover your tuition, and you are unable to self-pay the remaining balance, NIMA requires that you apply for loans through at least two private lending institutions before qualifying for in-house financing. While you are welcome to use funds from any private lender, we recommend starting with our preferred lenders, listed below:
NIMA Preferred Lenders
Mountain America Credit Union
In-House Financing for Students
For students who are unable to secure funding through private institutions, NIMA offers in-house financing options. Interest rates will apply and will vary based on current market conditions.
To be considered for in-house financing, you must first apply to at least two private institutions and obtain a copy of your loan approval or denial. Once you have this, you may submit your application and upload your documents to the portal.
After submitting your application, a NIMA Enrollment Specialist will contact you to schedule an enrollment meeting, where we will:
- Collect a $1,000 down payment
- Schedule payment in full or arrange in-house financing
- Finalize your enrollment date
- Finalize your attendance schedule
- Sign your enrollment agreement
why choose NIMA
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