OPI's OPIcon Nail Technology Student Scholarship Summer 2026

 

     OPI’S  “OPIcon" Nail Technology Student Scholarship will be awarded through the Beauty Changes Lives Foundation and is open to newly accepted or currently enrolled students in a nail technology program that leads to licensure in the U.S. or Canada. 

Award Amount | # of Recipients

One (1) $1,500 Scholarship – Total of $1,500

The Summer 2026 Scholarship season is from June 1 , 2026 - July 31, 2026, at 11:59 Pm PST.

Applicant Qualifications     The OPI’S “OPIcon" Nail Technology Student Scholarship applicant qualifications are:

• Must be a new or currently enrolled student in a nail technology program from an accredited school/institution within the U.S. and Canada.
• The applicant must be eighteen (18) years of age or older by the start date of the program.

Application Requirements

1. Complete the online application and submit proof of enrollment/acceptance in a nail technology program. You must upload either an enrollment agreement, an official acceptance letter, or an official progress report from the school.
2. Submit a 3-minute maximum, YouTube video with a public link answering the following questions (if the video exceeds the 3-minute requirement, the application will be declined):

• Name a nail art beauty influencer that inspires you; how do you hope to inspire the next generation of nail artists?
• How will OPI’S “OPIcon" Nail Technology Student Scholarship help you achieve your goals?
• If you could name a future, best-selling OPI lacquer that would describe your best self, what would it be – use your imagination! 

ABOUT OPI

As the world leader in the professional nail care industry, OPI, a division of The Wella Company, is committed to providing high-quality products and services with a focus on industry safety and innovation. Known for its exceptional formula, fashionable colors, and iconic names, OPI’s heavily-pigmented lacquers are super rich, long-lasting, and chip-resistant – offering an affordable luxury to consumers.

Currently, OPI is available in over 100 countries and offers a full line of professional items, including nail treatments, finishing products, lotions, manicure/pedicure products, files, tools, and acrylics. OPI places a strong emphasis on corporate social responsibility by raising funds and awareness for numerous charities through retail partnerships and grassroots philanthropic initiatives.