Sydell L. Miller | Total Image Esthetics Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Beauty Changes Lives Foundation
Overview
Sydell Miller was a pioneer in the beauty field who insisted that beauty extends beyond the hairline. Her Total Image Consulting Program became an essential roadmap for salon owners building professional esthetics services. This scholarship category celebrates that philosophy — if you embrace “Total Image” beauty and have a passion for skincare and cosmetics, you should apply. Learn more about Sydell’s career highlights here.
Award
- Two (2) tuition scholarships awarded, each valued up to $7,500.
Application window
- Winter 2026 cycle is open from December 1 through January 31, 2026, closing at 11:59 PM PST.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years old by the start date of the esthetics program they plan to attend.
- Open to new or currently enrolled students in a U.S.-based accredited esthetics program that leads to licensure.
How to apply — required materials
1. Complete the online application and upload proof of enrollment or acceptance from an accredited U.S. school/institution. Acceptable documents include an enrollment verification, an official acceptance letter, or a progress report from the school.
2. Provide two before-and-after photo sets (four images total) showing an esthetics treatment, makeup application, or eyebrow cleanup.
3. Submit a public YouTube link to a video no longer than 3 minutes that addresses the questions below.
Video prompts (answer all three)
- Describe your creative approach to the photos you submitted and explain why esthetics is your passion.
- Recount the moment you knew a career in esthetics was right for you and describe any obstacles you have overcome to pursue it.
- Explain how receiving this scholarship would affect your life.
Funding
This scholarship is made possible by The Sydell and Arnold Miller Foundation.