Can High School Students and Graduates Get a Lash License in Texas?
If you’re a high school student or recent graduate with dreams of becoming a lash artist in Texas, you’re probably wondering: Can I get my lash license online? The good news is, yes—you can start your lash career early, even while you’re still in school, thanks to the flexibility offered by modern programs and updated licensing rules from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
Let’s break down exactly what TDLR requires, what’s changed recently, and how you can start your lash license journey even without a high school diploma.
What Does TDLR Require for a Lash License?
In Texas, the TDLR oversees the Eyelash Extension Specialist License, which is required for anyone who wants to legally apply lash extensions as a professional. To obtain your license, you must:
Complete 320 hours of lash training at a TDLR-approved beauty school or program.
Pass the written and practical state board exams.
Submit your license application and fees to TDLR.
Do You Need a High School Diploma?
As of recent TDLR updates, a high school diploma or GED is no longer required to enroll in a lash program or apply for your license. This is a major win for aspiring lash artists who want to jumpstart their careers without having to wait until graduation or pursue additional academic credentials.
This change opens the door for:
High school juniors and seniors who want to get a head start on their beauty careers.
Adults looking to change careers who may not have completed high school.
Anyone eager to enter the lash industry with fewer barriers.
Can You Get a Lash License Online?
While you can’t complete your entire lash license 100% online, some beauty schools—including DFW Lash University—offer hybrid or flexible learning options that combine online theory with in-person hands-on training. TDLR still requires certain skills to be taught in person to ensure student safety and proper application techniques.
However, the online portion can often include:
Health and safety protocols
Lash theory and anatomy
Business and marketing education
Client communication skills
This makes it more accessible for students with busy schedules, including high schoolers.
**3 model days or attending in-person classes are required to complete the program.
Can High School Students Enroll in a Lash Program?
Yes! With the new TDLR rules in place, high school students can enroll in a lash program before graduating, as long as the school allows it and the student can commit to the training schedule. Some programs, like DFW Lash University, are specifically designed with this flexibility in mind—perfect for students balancing classes, work, or other responsibilities.
Why Start Early?
Starting your lash career early gives you:
A head start on building your portfolio
Experience with real clients
A chance to earn income right after high school
A confidence boost knowing you already have a license and skills
DFW Lash University Makes It Possible for You
At DFW Lash University, we believe that nothing should stand in the way of your dream career—not your age, background, or academic history. That’s why we offer flexible, hybrid lash license programs that fit into the lives of high school students, young adults, and career changers alike.
✨ No high school diploma? No problem.
✨ Still in school? We’ll work with your schedule.
✨ Ready to transform your future? Let’s go.
Our state-approved 320-hour programs include everything you need to pass your TDLR exams, master lash artistry, and start earning as a licensed lash pro. Whether you’re 17 or 37, your lash journey starts here.
Watch what our DLU alumni Christina (@@lashartistryxtina) has to say about her whole experience. She pursued her High School diploma and Lash License Program at the same time.
Watch it here.
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