Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation Funding Now Accepted

Universal Beauty Studio Academy is an approved training provider for Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation (VR). Eligible students may receive full or partial tuition assistance for select UBSA programs.

Who Qualifies for Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation?

You may be eligible if you:

Have a documented disability or barrier that affects employment
Want to enter or re-enter the workforce
Need skills training to become job-ready
Are working with a Missouri VR Counselor

If you’re unsure whether you qualify, we can help you get connected with your local VR office.

🎓 Programs Eligible for Missouri VR at UBSA

We accept VR students for the following programs:

Foundations of PMU – 75-Hour Program
Apprenticeship Pathway (300 hours / 50 procedures)

Each program includes professional training, hands-on experience, licensing pathways, and job preparation.

What VR Covers

Depending on your counselor’s approval, VR may cover:

Tuition
Training materials
Kits and tools
Fees
Accommodations needed for training
Support services for attendance

Coverage varies by student — decisions are made by VR.

📝 How to Enroll Using VR Funding

Step 1 – Contact Your VR Counselor

If you do not have one, we can help you connect to your nearest office.

Step 2 – Schedule a Tour of UBSA

Your counselor may require proof of school visit or program information.

Step 3 – UBSA Sends VR Your Program Information

We provide:

Course application
Cost breakdown
Itemized materials list
Attendance requirements
Program schedule

Step 4 – Counselor Reviews and Issues Authorization

Once approved, training can begin.

Required Documents for VR Students

Students enrolled under VR funding must complete:

Enrollment Agreement
Student Catalog Acknowledgment
Monthly Progress Reports (submitted by UBSA to the counselor)
Attendance verification forms
Release of records (for VR communication)

UBSA handles required submissions every month.

Need Help Starting the VR Process?

Our Student Services team can walk you through:

How to apply
What to tell your counselor
How VR determines eligibility
What documents you’ll need

While Universal Beauty Studio Academy is not currently a federal Title IV (FAFSA/Pell) institution, many students are still able to access Pell-supported community programs, third-party educational grants, and outside funding sources that operate separately from the federal student aid system. If you believe you may qualify for a Pell Grant–related program, a Pell-supported community scholarship, or an external education grant, please contact our Student Services Team. We can review your situation, guide you through available options, and help determine which funding pathways you may qualify for.

📞 Student Services: 417-771-5540