Dudley Beauty College on Chicago’s South Side is receiving national recognition after being selected as one of just 10 cosmetology schools across the country to benefit from Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD scholarship fund, according to Fox 32 Chicago.
The opportunity comes through the 2026 Cécred x BeyGOOD initiative, a partnership between Beyoncé’s philanthropic organization BeyGOOD and her haircare brand Cécred. The program was created to support the next generation of beauty professionals by helping students pursue careers in cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, and other beauty-related fields.
As part of the initiative, each selected school will receive $25,000 in scholarship funding to assist students with tuition and educational expenses. Dudley Beauty College is the only Chicago-area institution chosen for this year’s program, placing the South Side school among a select group of nationally recognized beauty institutions.
Founded in 1993, Dudley Beauty College has served the community for more than 30 years, providing hands-on training and career preparation for students interested in the beauty industry. The school offers programs in cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, nail technology, and instructor training.
The scholarship program reflects a growing effort to create more opportunities within the beauty industry, especially for aspiring professionals from underserved communities. Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD foundation has continued expanding its impact through education, entrepreneurship, housing support, and scholarship initiatives nationwide.
The 2026 expansion of the Cécred x BeyGOOD program doubled the number of participating schools from five to 10 and also introduced international participation for the first time with schools in the United Kingdom.
The School Director Betty Clawson said five students applied and all five were awarded funding. Two more recipients have since been identified.
For students at Dudley Beauty College, the recognition represents more than financial support — it highlights the talent, dedication, and influence of Chicago’s South Side beauty community on a national stage.
To get the program information visit dudleybeautycollegechicago.com
