The American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS) named 10 campuses as Golden School Award winners during the 2024 Annual Conference held at the Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria. The winning schools were among over 170 total campuses that entered this year’s contest in an effort to set themselves apart as among the best in the beauty, barber, and wellness education sector. A panel of judges reviewed entries to determine the winners in the following categories, based on various details as set forth in the judging criteria developed by AACS. This year’s winners are:
School of the Year: Elaine Sterling Institute
Advocacy: Cameo College of Essential Beauty
Community Involvement: Cameo College of Essential Beauty
Facilities (tie): Aveda Frederic’s Institute – Indianapolis and Long Island Nail Skin & Hair Institute
Legacy Alumni: Crave Beauty Academy – Wichita
Marketing Innovation: Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology – Goose Creek
Placement: Alexander Paul Institute of Hair Design
School Culture: Eric Fisher Academy
Student Salon & Spa: Keune Academy
AACS extends its congatulations to each of this year’s award winners. To learn more, visit myaacs.org/golden-school-award/.
