News, Jobs & Awards


BCRF Fundraiser; $1,500.00 Raised

The 2024 Breast Cancer Research Foundation Fundraiser included a Student Bake Sale, Client & Student Raffle Prizes and donation to dress in denim and pink!


2024 Advisory Board

Capri Beauty College held its annual Advisory Board Meeting on October 22, 2024. Members represented all areas of the Beauty & Wellness Industry and provided insight on skills needed to prepare graduates for their first salon job.


10.10.24 Now Hiring: Cosmetology Instructor

The Department of Education at Capri Beauty College, New Lenox Campus, seeks a Full Time Illinois Licensed Cosmetology Instructor. Our New Lenox Campus is located at 1938 E. Lincoln Hwy in a vibrant community. Work schedule is Tuesday through Saturday (Saturdays required) at 35 hours per week. The position requires the ability to multi-task in our fast paced, busy student salon. Advanced color and cutting skills required. Pivot Point background preferred. Experience preferred but we are willing to train the right candidate. Rate of Pay competitive with standard industry wages for experience and qualifications. Interested candidates should may email their Resume to: contact@capri.edu attention: Human Resources.

2023 Advisory Board

Capri Beauty College held the annual Advisory Board Meeting on October 03, 2023. Members were updated on the course of study, campus improvements and outcome rates of graduates and provided insight on skills needed in today’s Salon Industry.


Chicago Tribune; Best of Chicago Southland 2022

Capri Beauty College was voted by the Daily Southtown readers as the best in the Trade School category during their annual Best of Southland Awards.


Southland’s Best 2022

Best in Beauty & Wellnes: 1st Place, Capri Beauty College, 2nd Place Paul Mitchell The School, 3rd Place Cameo.

The Times Media Company took account of reader favorites in and around Frankfort, Mokena, New Lenox, Orland Park and Tinley Park and presented their annual look at the best businesses, restaurants, services, places to live and more that Southland has to offer.

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This year, more than 77,000 votes were cast by more than 5,000 unique voters in more than 170 categories. This signals that the readers recognize the value of hard work and want to applaud businesses that consistently exceed expectations


First in Best Beauty School Category

Capri Beauty College, with multiple locations, was awarded First Place in Beauty School Category in The Times Southland’s 2021 Best Series. Second Place awarded to Paul Mitchell the School Tinley Park and Third to Hair Professionals Career College. The article published on October 28, 2021 read: Capri Beauty College celebrated its 60th year in 2020, operating under second-generation owners who continue the original philosophy of offering a world-class cosmetology education, says Amy Ruff, president. “We employ highly qualified teachers and provide a welcoming, family atmosphere on campus,” says Ruff. The college maintains an Illinois State License and is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Graduates are employed in sustaining careers in the beauty industry, and it is not uncommon to have their children attend Capri, says Ruff. The college offers a supervised student salon and spa that is open to the public for hair, skin and nail services at prices significantly lower than a traditional salon. Capri also has monthly specials, online coupons and beauty parties for children and adults. Capri Beauty College is active in the community and supports organizations including Breast Cancer Research Foundation, St. Baldrick's, Toys for Tots and The Crisis Center of South Suburbia.


Freshman Student Wins Instagram Contest

Taylor Voss was 1 of 5 North American winners of the "My Manikin Has Style" contest sponsored by CosmoProf. Only four months into the program and Taylor is already demonstrating top styling skills. The Win came with a fabulous Gold Tote Bag filled with styling tools and products.


Ms. Nedina Celebrates 25 Years

Capri's Admission Director celebrated her 25th Work Anniversary surrounded by her co-workers and students. Congratulations Ms. Nedina!

Just wanted to say thank you! We took our children there for hair cuts today and our youngest had a very hard time. The staff and students were awesome and professional through the whole process! Thank you so much for understanding and the clear culture of patience and acceptance you foster! Russell E., Client.