Welcome to the Beauty Changes Lives Scholarship Application Portal!
Beauty Changes Lives uses judging software Submittable to upload your application, documents and to facilitate the judging process.
If you are applying for the first time, you will be asked to Sign Up in Submittable and login. Please save this information, as only the team at Submittable can support any changes.
Once you are logged in follow the next steps for applying:
Click on the “Apply Now!” button for the scholarship you wish to apply.
You will be asked several eligibility questions that pertain to the specific scholarship. If you receive an “Ineligibility Message” after submitting, it will direct you back to the Beauty Changes Lives scholarship site. Check to see if you may be eligible for another scholarship! We are updating new scholarships every season!
Check out the current calendar at the bottom of the page HERE.
If you are eligible, you can begin the application process by filling in your contact, school information and demographics. Each scholarship asks for you to upload documents and submit a video for judging.
Your application saves a DRAFT of your application automatically. This gives you the ability to return and complete the application once you have finished your video submission. Make sure to complete prior to the deadline, as the application closes at the end of the season at 11:59 PM PST automatically.
Once you have provided the specific requirements, you can submit the application. You will receive a message showing you we have received your application. Your submission is now moved to the review stage and will change from NEW to IN PROGRESS.
You can always log back in to check on the status of the submission. Check out this helpful article on SUBMISSION STATUS.
GIVE YOURSELF PLENTY OF TIME TO APPLY! The sooner you submit, the reviewer has time to reach out to you and let you know if anything is missing or needs clarification. This will give you time to edit your submission prior to judging. Don’t wait until the last minute!
If the application shuts off at the deadline, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ASK FOR AN EXTENSION. If the application is not saved due to traffic because of an influx of last-minute applications, or if you experience computer issues within the last hour prior to the deadline and your application is not accepted, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE AN EXTENSION.
It takes approximately a month after the deadline date to review, judge and announce the winners of the scholarships for each season. You will receive a notification regardless of being selected as a recipient.
Here are some helpful tools to review that can provide insight on how to complete a successful submission that will stand out to the judges.
- Watch this HOW-TO VIDEO that gives important tools to make your submission STAND OUT!
- Do NOT go over the allotted time for the scholarship video submission requirement. Even one second over and you will be disqualified.
- Make sure your YOUTUBE video is made public and make sure the link works. If it is private the judge will not be able to view it and it may be disqualified.
- Be Professional! Any foul language or inappropriate behavior or visuals will not be tolerated.
- Check out Past Winner’s Videos.
- Review the Judging Criteria used for scoring each submission.
- Read the FAQ’s.
If you need assistance using Submittable, please contact the Submittable support HERE.
Check back on a regular basis at Beauty Changes Lives for all the updated scholarships and check out our calendar HERE.
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Most of all when making your submission, HAVE FUN, show your personality, your creativity and your passion!
We look forward to having you as a part of the professional beauty industry and look forward to your career success.
GOOD LUCK!
Beauty Changes Lives
The Leo Passage “Pass it On” Advanced Education for Educators Scholarship
In partnership with Beauty Changes Lives, Pivot Point International is proud to announce the creation of two prestigious scholarships in 2025 for both students and educators to honor the legacy of our founder, Leo Passage. A world-renowned hairdresser, passionate educator, and trailblazing visionary, Leo Passage built a career rooted in three core values: bravery, curiosity, and the power of sharing knowledge.
Leo's bravery was evident early in his life when, as a young boy, he helped Jews escape persecution during World War II, risking his own safety to stand up for others. His boundless curiosity drove him to leave his home country in Europe with only $75 in his pocket, embarking on a journey to the United States to see the world and pursue new opportunities. And his commitment to sharing knowledge transformed the beauty, barbering and wellness industry—Leo pioneered an entirely new way of teaching that continues to empower students and educators around the globe.
These Spring & Fall season scholarships aim to celebrate and inspire individuals who embody these principles, ensuring Leo's legacy lives on through the next generation of students and education leaders.
Award Amount | # of Recipients
Two (2) scholarships worth up to $2,500.
Spring 2026 season open from March 1 – April 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST.
*One (1) $2,500 scholarships is open to any eligible school/institution, One (1) $2,500 scholarship is open to a Pivot Point International Partner School.
Applicant Qualifications
- The applicant must be eighteen (18) years of age or older by the start date of the program.
- Must be a licensed or, if licensing is not required in the applicants State in the U.S./U.S. Territory or Canada, an established and practicing Cosmetology/Barbering Instructor/Educator, working consistently in the Industry, are newly accepted or currently enrolled in an advanced educational program that can be used for continuing education credits for licensing or career development.
Application Requirements
1. Cosmetology/Barbering Instructor/Educator enrolled in an advanced educational course or program that can be used for continuing education or career development. You must submit the following information for the advanced educational course or program.
- Description of the course or program – objectives, curriculum synopsis and goals
- Location and Duration of the course or program
- Total cost of the course or program; including any possible expenses
2. Provide a copy of your resume showing proof of working consistently as an educator/teacher within the professional beauty industry.
3. Upload a copy of your current registered license to practice in the residing state, if applicable.
4. Watch the Leo Passage documentary "A journey of alchemy, passion, and inspiration" HERE, to answer the questions below.
5. Submit a THREE-MINUTE MAXIMUM, YouTube video with a public link answering the following questions:
- Leo Passage’s legacy is built on the core values of bravery, curiosity, and the power of sharing knowledge. How have you demonstrated these values on your journey in the industry, and how do you hope to carry them forward in your career?
- Leo Passage overcame many obstacles that shaped his life. What challenges have you overcome to get here?
- How can you embody the phrase "Pass It On" as an educator within the professional beauty industry?
- How will a scholarship impact financial need?
“Seek and appreciate the best mentors in your life. Surround yourself with people who have a positive attitude and always believe in you. Dedicate yourself to lifelong learning and make your career a hobby so you have fun doing it.” ~ Leo Passage
ABOUT PIVOT POINT INTERNATIONAL & THE LEO PASSAGE ENDOWMENT FUND
By investing in educators and students, the Leo Passage Scholarships will honor his enduring legacy and support the growth of a vibrant, innovative beauty, barbering and wellness industry. These scholarships will empower individuals who share his vision to lead, inspire, and elevate the profession. BCL & PPI will also be afforded permission to leverage the content for future branding/marketing purposes.
Together, Pivot Point International and Beauty Changes Lives will continue Leo Passage’s mission: to change lives through education and creativity in the beauty, barbering and wellness industry.
These scholarships are generously funded by Pivot Point International & The Leo Passage Endowment Fund.
Pass It On Educator Scholarship Recipients Spring 2025
Honoring the Past and Celebrating the Future: Leo Passage Scholarship Winners (Spring 2025)
Read HERE.
At Pivot Point, we believe education transforms lives. That belief was at the core of our founder, Leo Passage, whose legacy is rooted in creativity, innovation, and the power of sharing knowledge. To carry his vision forward, we proudly partnered with Beauty Changes Lives to present the Leo Passage Scholarships—two opportunities designed to uplift students and educators who are shaping the future of the beauty industry.
We are thrilled to celebrate the Spring 2025 recipients of both the Dare to Lead Student Scholarship and the Pass It On Educator Scholarship.
The Pass It On Educator Scholarship invests in licensed educators who dedicate themselves to inspiring and developing tomorrow’s professionals. Each award provides $2,500 toward advanced education, ensuring that educators can continue to grow while mentoring others.
We proudly recognize this year’s recipients:
Jennifer Kuhn
Wichita, KS
View Instagram post with winning submission HERE.
Ellysse Clark
Knoxville, TN
View Instagram post with winning submission HERE.
Jennifer and Ellysse exemplify what it means to “pass it on.” Their commitment to learning and teaching ensures that future beauty professionals receive not just technical training, but inspiration, guidance, and a model of lifelong growth.
Continuing Leo Passage’s Legacy
The Leo Passage Scholarships are more than financial support—they are a living tribute to Leo’s belief that education empowers individuals and uplifts communities. Through these awards, his spirit of generosity, leadership, and innovation continues to thrive in students and educators alike.
We extend our warmest congratulations to Olivia, Hugo, Jennifer, and Ellysse. Their achievements and dedication represent the very best of what beauty education can offer. They remind us that the future of the industry is in strong, capable hands.