I love how personable and laid back they are. I love how hands on you get to be. I cant wait to start on November 8th.

Teachers act like it’s a competition within each other, awfully sad. The students look miserable, do not go here to get your hair done. The teachers will treat you bad, they don’t care about how your hair looks, they don’t care to teach the students. Very very sad. There is only 1 good teacher there and he deserves more. My girlfriend is a student here and she hates it, this school needs to run a lot better and the some teachers need to be let go, all they want is their money.

I made an appointment for my daughter to get a hair cut. When I walked in I immediately felt uncomfortable because the receptionist was very rude. She had long dark hair and you could tell she was not in a very friendly mood. When the student came to get us she was very friendly and was helped by a wonderful male instructor. They both treated my child like she was a princess. When the student walked us to the receptionist to check out. That same lady was so horribly rude to the student and it made me extremely uncomfortable. I dont believe I will ever return due to her lack of professionalism and kindness.

Walked in and was set up with Crystal. She was very sweet and nice. I could tell she was a little nervous. But she got some assistance from a fellow student named Carla, who was also very sweet and Amber who was a teacher, who also was very nice. Between the 3 of them they worked very diligently to deliver exactly what I asked for. Good job ladies. I will definitely be back!

I set up an appointment with them once, 15 minutes before my appointment they cancelled. I was already on my way so I asked them if they could reschedule me. They gave me the date and time of my new appointment and so I came in at the designated time that I was told, and the woman at the front desk told me Oh you mean the 9 am appointment I cancelled earlier? And gave me attitude.i was never told of an appointment change or even given a reminder the day before. Then she proceeded to completely ignore me right after. As if I didnt exist. I wanted to ask if there was any way to try a different day but she couldnt be bothered to help the only customer in the front. Dont bother here.

Great supervision of students, friendly staff, very clean inside & they are taking precautions for Covid-19. Happy with my haircut, bleach application & color.

I started school last month & so far I’ve been blessed with two amazing teachers who been NOTHING but the best very caring, professional and knowledgeable.Shout out to my teacher Ms Jossalynn for always giving her best in each class and for sharing her knowledge and passion with us. if it wouldn’t be for her I don’t know what I would do she is extremely patient with her students and always has a smile on her face. Most sweetest person I have ever met ! I would also like to thank Ms Iesha I get the pleasure of having her teach me on some Saturdays and she is the sweet, caring and always has a smile on her face always willing to help. Sunstate needs more teachers like you two! Unfortunately, Not all teachers are this kind and willing to help you are going to run into some who will yell and treat you like a child. Do NOT let them stop you from achieving your dream. Simply ignore and continue about your day.

Best opportunity to get your life started at a great school!

I had a wonderful experience with Noella.She was very professional, accommodating, and did a wonderful job with my hair.Everyone at the main desk is friendly and helpful.I will return to get my hair done again.Sincerely B.H. Cape Coral Florida

I have been having services on/off for years. The products are great and the students are so eager to learn. The instructors have a lot of knowledge and it’s a fun environment. The time spent is well worth the value.01/21/20. Returned for another great experience. Color turned out wonderful and working on highlights. The students and instructors are so inviting. Clean, open and comfortable.

Front desk needs to work on customer service. Instead of starting with “ Do you have an appointment?!” makes it seem like your not trying to help the customer from the start . try “ What brings you in today?” never coming back super rude receptionist. ( black hair , spanish lady ) couldn’t grab her name .

Feel so bad for the training nail techs especially. This review does not reflect the work of the training techs or anything else BESIDES the nail teacher who is older with short hair. When I got my nails done at the salon, she was not helpful to the girls at all. She was barely anywhere to be found whenever they had questions, and just straight up had an awful personality. I recommended to the girl doing my nails to train 1 on 1 with another certified nail technician, because they definitely aren’t learning it from Ursula.

Got a hair cut from Shawna. Took a while but i expected that(they are students after all). They are very closely supervised. And ask questions whenever they need to. Best $7 haircut I ever got. Usually pay 20 somewhere else. Great job

Even though they r students they r very polite & ask you if u like what they did to ur hair?😁

Extremely below average instructors with high standards, equipment/Lighting are also below average , students tell me their tuition is 20 Grand and I couldn’t believe it.

Fine ladies would recommend taking to baby ma to this school

As a former student the program is great. Some teachers are questionable but most are good and actually teach the best they can. As a client Ive never had a problem with a service performed. However the ads I see for the fort myers campus are false because the fort myers campus looks not a single bit like the ads make it look. May I suggest actually making an ad for the fort myers campus at the actual fort myers campus and not using the clearwater campus for the fort myers ad. Ive seen this ad across Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, and now many other apps. I dont mind seeing the ads but its not showing the correct campus for fort myers.

My stylist is the best.Confident and creative

Ashleigh is the BEST!! If you need color or cut definitely book an appointment with her! She is eager to learn and has such a positive attitude! I recently had my hair done by her and I was so happy with the results! She is a perfectionist! I cannot remember her instructors name only that she was short, pretty, with brown hair is very knowledgeable!

I spoke to the director of Sunstate Academy in Fort Myers Florida and when I spoke to him we were trying to ask for somebody that knows how to do 4c type hair and when we were talking to him and trying to get an appointment he was telling us that we cannot pick and choose who we want to do our hair but he also told us that if we knew the person that we wanted specifically we could recommend them. When I came to Sunset last time I left with my hair looking even worse than it already did because the person did not know how to handle my type of hair which is 4c kinky coily. And three people tried to assist and none of them notified me that they did not know how to assist with 4c hair. Him aware of this suggested that I might need to see a profesional even though it was his hair stylist at the school that messed up my hair last time. He told us he’s been in the hair industry for 20 years and doesn’t what kind of hair I was talking about. But when I called the front desk I asked if anybody knew how to do natural kinky hair she said of course but put me on the line with the director. But he told me it is a first come first serve clinical trial so that means when you walk in anybody can just do and touch whatever they want to your hair and you just have to be OK with them not knowing how to do it. I was going to apply with this school but now I never will because they don’t teach their students how to properly and do hair like mine and in the area I stay in that is one of the most hurtful things to hear. All I wanted to get done was a wash, and silk press not to be told that there is a problem with the hair I was born with and that it doesn’t exist to the director.

My hair looks fabulous...thanks Lexi

Very rude people dont know how to talk to there customers poor customer service will not go back

A wonderful place to get yourself taken care of! Its very affordable and worth the time to go!

Facials and massages are the best relaxation. Try some here and you wont be dissapointed.

Juliet did magic on my hair! Very professional, explained everything that needed to be done for me to achieve my desired look (I went from light brown to purple going into beige-gray). It turned out amazing!

I have had 3 massages so far at this place and I have been very satisfied each time. And for less than 1/2 the price of a regular spa! I recommend this place completely.

Brandon Lee hooked me up with a tight cut. Move over George clooney!

I love this school.. girls are knowledgeable and always do their best!!Great for retired people like me

This was by far the most horrible salon experience Ive ever had. I have very long natural brown hair and I came to sun state to go blonde, bleach and toned. What I ended up with at the end of my appointment was a mix of colors and tones that I would call calico. Bright oranges, yellows, reds, brown and spots of blonde. A total disaster. Very bad. I dont blame the student for the mess I left with but the instructors and management of this place. Especially the instructor... Ms. Shannon. Throughout my appointment and at the end ms. Shannon kept telling me how good my hair looked. You know youre hair looks bad when other students are walking up and taking pics of my hair and showing them to me. Multiple students made comments to me about how had my hair looked.. and 1 student even made the comment (I should ware a hat in public). When I explained to the instructor Ms. Shannon that I was unhappy with my hair she never responded with what I would expect anyone to say in this situation, she still insisted on how nice my hair came out. (REALLY). No one offered to resolve this. They didnt offer to fix it by re-dyeing my hair nor did they offer me a refund. The total lack of concern and ignorance twords there customers is outrageous to me. Honestly I think a 10 year old child could have done a better job. I will never return to sun state academy again for a of there service. I added a few pics. Before and after pics. The pics dont show just how bad my hair really looks. But trust me (its terrible) honestly Im totally embarrassed to go out with my hair looking like this. Unfortunately I have to wait a while before trying to fix it so I dont run the risk of frying my hair or having it fall out.

Bad attitude no respect for a customer which was my WIFE AND GREAT GRANDMA! Eddy was the employee and I like how you have my family wait and try to blame someone else for your or action and mistake. When working with a customer who speaks no English you help them to understand more for yourself to make them happy. But talking to others was more important

Updated May 8th, 2019I just want to thank Salon Solaris for their commitment to great customer service and to making sure their clients leave looking and feeling great. I also want to say to my stylist, Ashley, thank you for your great work and patience today.Original post February 2019Isaac did a fabulous job with my hair. Went from the salon to the grocery store and was receiving compliments from random strangers. Thanks, Isaac for the great hair and pleasant conversation. Keep reaching for the stars!

Sunstate academy changed my life. The best year of my life was spent with the teachers and administrators. Every day was a fun experience and I would recommend this school to any student who wants a real HANDS ON learning experience. I wouldnt be the successful and confident hair stylist I am today if it werent for the constant pushing and attention from my teachers.

There are around 6 students reported with COVID-19 in Fort Myers Sunstate Academy!!! The administration is lying and hiding the situation. They dont care about their students. Im reporting it to OSHA and FLDOE (Commission for Independent Education)

I have been to the salon for the last two weeks getting my hair and nails done. Great service, they really take their time and the instructors are every step of the way. Love the way my highlights turned out and my nails.

I graduated from Sunstate Academy 3 years ago and I am striving in my career! Amazing teachers and faculty, super friendly and very talented! People need to understand that when coming to a hair school, EVERYONE IS LEARNING. So please have patience with the stylist because he/she is doing the best that they can to make you feel beautiful!

I had very long hair. I went in for a hair cut and possible color. The staff from the front desk to the student and instructor were wonderful. I had 7 inches cut and I love the new cut. The color also came out amazing. I am very glad I did this. I have gotten so many compliments on how my hair looks. I will definitely be back.

I graduated from Sunstate s cosmetology program a year and a half ago. I now have an amazing career as a hair stylist (financially supporting myself 100%), doing what I enjoy. Enrolling at Sunstate was one of the best decisions that I ever made. The staff is composed of extremely talented, creative, kind and patient individuals who love what they do.If you are looking for a new do, I encourage you to check out the salon at Sunstate. And if youre looking for a career change, I strongly suggest contacting someone in administration and requesting a tour of the Sunstate facility. It may be one of the best decisions you make too! :)

I had a massage today with Tonya Simpson! She was incredible! The school is so nice and clean and the teachers are amazing!!! I love the attention to detail that was paid during the Massage right down to the hot towels on your feet! If I didn’t live in Colorado, I would be a regular client here!! Do yourself a favor and check out Sunstate Academy!!

I went in to just get a trim and style and left looking and feeling amazing! The energy is great! Everyone is in a good mood, smiling laughing having a good time! Sandra & Ernier are absolutely the best! Very attentive making sure my first experience was incredible and it was!! I will definitely return!

I am a Sunstate academy graduate. The administration is impeccable all of the instructors motivate you to do your very best. As a student at Sunstate that is now a licensed cosmetologist, I would and do recommend Sunstate academy to anyone interested in this industry! On the guest side of it, I would also recommend Salon Solaris to any individuals seeking hair, nail, or massages. The products they use are top of the line. The price is incredible and theres always discounts being sent out. Last but not least the instructors on the floor almost make it impossible for you to leave unsatisfied.

I truly wasnt expecting much here but was long overdue for a cut so tried them out. The students are slower then hairdressers in the field but worth the extra time when you go to pay and find out how very reasonable it is to look good. I really received a great haircut at a fantastic price!

The way youre handling the Covid-19 epidemic is genuinely embarrassing. You are not putting the safety of your students and staff first. I was intending on attending the school myself sometime this year, but at this stage this school is 100% blacklisted.

Hazel and Pamela go above and beyond to help people. I was treated with kindness and caring that goes above and beyond their job duties.Thank you!

Horrible experience with natural hair ( African American Hair) I was told that they can do my hair type but when I got there they destroyed my hair. I had to learn the hard way. I will not recommend it for anyone with natural hair. I was crying when I left.

I was supposed to start school here in a little less than two weeks and was very excited. Unfortunately, life threw a lot at me recently, so much that it would have been impossible to go to school. I fully intended to come back in about 6 months once I was settled again and had the time, but when I went in and met with the director she seemed incredibly cold towards me. She made me feel bad for my decision and was throwing it in my face about how I had tried to go to school years ago and it hadn’t worked out for me then, and that I need to go to school sooner than later. It’s nice to know that I would have gone to a school where the person in charge has no sympathy for its students.

I called and inquired about coming in for services. The girl I spoke with said any time on Mondays from 8am to 8pm. I asked her AGAIN, so I just walk in at ANY time?! She said YES. I walked in at 4pm to be sent away... there was going to be a shift change, and the 2nd shift of students would not be in and set up until 5:30. I drove here from NW Cape Coral with my 2 daughters who were eager to get their nails done, so against my better judgment considering there was already miscommunication, we waited around Fort Myers, and went back at 5:20. We signed in, and were the only customers there. At 5:40 someone else walked in and signed in. We still were not called. They called her back first, at 6:00. We are now waiting an additional 40 minutes to be called back, and the entire 40 minutes, every single student in there was snacking, drinking, and chit chatting with each other. My daughters and I finally threw in the towel at 6:20. What a waste of time, and gas.

Remember these are students they are learning and they are doing their best to get a good grade. I stopped by the counter on my way out after getting a prepaid 60 min massage and left positive comments for the instructor. Very professional operation and very high standards including overall appearance. Definately worth returning for other services. This is close to home and I give it a THUMBS UP!!

I know that I can go to Sunstate and get quality services for great prices! Recently I was in a serious time crunch and wanted to get services done before going out of town. The Sunstate staff squeezed me in and between the instructor and the student they made sure they took care of me quickly while still giving me great results.

Absolutely wonderful people all around! Sydney did my manicure and she was amazing, along with the girls at the front desk who were so pleasant! Definitely will be going back!

First... let me start by saying I was reading some of the reviews and as a former student of Sunstate... if you want salon times and professional quality, you must pay full price at a salon! Remember that when you walk in those doors to recieve a service YOU BECOME A GUINEA PIG! While Yes, you are a paying client, each student is LEARNING the process of professionalism, and service quality which means you could have a student who has mastered either one of those skills or both OR you could have a student who is still honing those skills. DO NOT go there snapping your fingers for timely work or specific specialty styles. If you want that, go to a salon and pay the prices for such.Now, for the school itself, I graduated 7 years ago from Sunstate academy and lets just say that i was no model student. I had a lot of personal turmoil going on at the time and the staff at Sunstate DID NOT GIVE UP ON ME! I was on the verge of losing my grants and loans and they sat down with me and did a play by play to get me graduated! They saw more potential in me than I saw in myself! But I made it out! Even after graduation I was having a hard time finding the right salon and they called me and pointed me in the direction of my current job, which i have been at successfully for 6 years! My first and only salon job, they helped get me there and I have been there happily as a part of their family for 6 years! I also will become manager in August!!! The school really invests in their students and puts forth an interest in their success!!!

I so enjoy going to Sunstate. They are very friendly and always eager to help and answer any questions that I might have. They hold to a high standard of professionalism. It is a fun, faced paced, and energetic atmosphere. Thanks for all you do for your customers!!!

I have received wonderful services here and return almost monthly for color or cuts. The instructors are very knowledgeable and guide the students very professionally. The prices are so affordable. If you are looking to be in and out this is not the place for you. You will need to be very patient!!

Sunstate is a fun, friendly and great place to go. The students are there to work their hardest and make you look and feel beautiful. I would highly recommend them as they offer tons of services... Personally had many of good experiences there. Thank you sunstate for striving to make Florida a more beautifulplace 😉 👍👍👍

As a former student of Sunstate academy I would be wary if youre going to pick this school for yourself. The head board of education doesnt take any situation seriously, the staff doesnt teach well. Theyre understaffed and have a lot of students. the instructors tell you you can ask for help but when you do they dont want to help, theyll leave you alone to figure it out on your own. when I was in the middle of leaving the school the head board of education told me shes a fixer she likes to fix things (not true) since Ive left the school has gotten worse. They only care about funding for the competition team and thats it. It would be a waste of 17,000 dollars to go to this school. Not to mention when I was leaving this school in November, they told me they were going to start a tutoring program Im really upset to hear that wasnt even started because there are students who could really benefit from it. keep your eyes open there are better schools out there with teachers and a head board of education who actually care!! And Im going to add that theyre always going to somehow get money from you, theyre going to tell you that you can win something in class that is considered a free service, its not. And if you lose your badge its 25 dollars, manikins are 50 and theyre still to cheap to buy the things they need to buy such as bins for the the barbicide and shipshape, and new nail polishes, and may I add they do NOT throw away their nail files and buffers after each use!! Gross!!

I’m usually very tolerable and a pleasant customer, I tip well, I leave good reviews, but this place got me. Very slow and unfriendly service, the teacher nor student didn’t know what they were doing with my hair. It’s very thick, dry, and wavy/curly, so I get my hair is hard to work with, I wish they could have admitted that and transferred me to a different person. Alls I asked for was a simple trim (maybe 2-3 inches my hair is VERY long), and to add some layers. The “trim” is uneven, there’s some chunks that are my original length, and no layers were added at all (which I’m almost glad about just seeing the trim).

I would recommend this place to everyone I know ! Today was my first visit and I had an amazing hair dresser who was kind and awesome. ! Definitely coming back!

I just got my hair done today and I loved it. My stylist name was Dee. The instructors there were fabulous. I would recommend going there the next time you need to get a haircut.

Ive used Sunstate for almost 5 years. For the most part I have always been happy with the cuts and color Ive received. However the last time I went I left in tears. After getting the same color for a year they suddenly were trying to talk me out of it. They tried to insist that I get more highlights in my hair when I explained I wasnt interested in them after it damaged my hair the last time. The student never once talked to me so her teacher did. When I explained all my concern she grabbed another teacher or whatever over. In front of both the student and first teacher I had to explain my concerns to this new person. I was told I either do the mystery color or I could leave. I attempted to go back a day later to talk to somebody else. I wasnt asking for anything free...Another teacher came over while I was talking and tried again to tell me that they were the professionals and I would do whatever they thought was best. I fully understand that this is a school but it was overall horrible customer service. I ended up going to Regency to have my hair done. The staff there listened to me, pulled out a color book and came up with something that work-without the need of highlights.

For the price the services are attractive... IF you can tolerate the treatment you receive at the front desk. The same girl is there EVERY time, I’m pretty sure she is staff, not a student. She is incredibly rude. JUST BEWARE. She is not willing to do anything extra for her job... including smile

I went in for a pedicure and for gel polish on my finger nails a few months back as a birthday gift to myself. The pedicure was fine- nothing special, but nothing to complain about either; it was what I expected. However, my gel polish experience was not good. The first time I went for the gel polish (more than a year ago), it was great and they were exactly what I wanted- I loved them. This last time, however, they looked like a child did them. The polish was thin, and you could see the white spots on my nails through the polish, and the girl didnt get the sides- it looked like a thick stripe down the middle. And then when I asked for glitter (like I did the first time I went) the instructor scolded me about how the girl wasnt trained on that yet and I couldnt have it. (The first time I had it done, they painted the color, dumped glitter on it, and did a clear top coat- I dont understand how you can be trained to do the color but not trained to literally dump a vial of glitter on top). I understand that they are students and they are there to learn, but I can paint my nails for free and have it look better- with no training at all. And I was scolded even though I politely asked for glitter one time- I didnt even push the issue, even though I thought it was stupid. I wont go back for the gel polish, and probably not for the pedicure either just because of how I was treated.

This place is really good 👍

Rude management. Wait time is extremely long. I could not believe how rude the people instructing the students were. Also while paying the system went down. So of course I had to problem waiting. But then the girl had me swipe again and my payment went thru and she made me do it again cause she didn’t see it say approved. So I paid cash instead. I called my banked while in the car and they stated they payment cleared. So I went back in let them here the bank say it. They argued that it didn’t show on there system. I paid a totally of 33.03 for manicure only.

Me and husband went got hair done .My husband got dreadlock Maint done by Cookie she did awesome job and I got deep conditioning and cut

I have been going here for years and my hair cuts & perms just keep getting better and better. Thank you to an instructor named Farah for making this perm look so sassy!!. I LOVE IT ❤❤❤

Horrible experience !!! Students miserable complaining about staff . Staff telling students to figure it out. School is dirty and smells like mold . Staff telling students to hurry up to get another client. School is only worried about the money not students . School asking for good reviews in exchange for discounted services . I asked to speak to person in charged and they said that he cannot attend me because it was not his job. That they had a person in charge to speak to clients

I attended Sunstate not once but twice. The administrative staff was magnificent and stayed on top of all the pesky paperwork we needed to succeed. The instructors made the learning environment fun and informative. As both a Cosmetology graduate and Full Specialty graduate I am completely satisfied with the level of education my instructors bestowed upon me. They always helped out when we needed it. Ive been out of school for a couple of years now and have been successfully using my licenses to attain my career goals! I thank Sunstate for preparing me for my career!

I went in after getting a quote on the phone for how much it would be, and settled to do it. I had to get my hair bleached all over, and then dyed on top of it, but I went from like a medium brown to almost an ocean-like blue. Tiffany was absolutely fantastic, and I will be going again. 10/10 do reccomend.

Absolutely love my hair!! Anna C. did such an amazing job! Definitely coming back!

Sunstate was a great school, the teachers truly cared for the students. I started school and then had some life happen so had to withdraw. I straightened some things out that I needed to do and then talked to someone to return. They allowed me to return with open arms and made it their mission to get me finished knowing that I had some tough things in my life. Ms.Theresa, Mrs.Mary, Mrs.Jenny, and many others were very helpful and kind. For future stylists, I recommend this school if the beauty world is what you want to be in. AND for potential clients, PLEASE keep in mind you are going to a school where STUDENTS are LEARNING. So they may not be the quickest or the best, BUT it is THE STUDENTS BEST.

I graduated from SA almost 10 years ago and they continue to blow the competition out of the water. Since graduating Ive gone back to visit and the students are always learning the new and upcoming trends in the industry. The staff is nothing but professional and welcoming. Youre definitely missing out if you dont at least give it a shot!

Waiting a week for the appointment, get there, wait 30 minutes to be told the have no chemicals to do highlights.

I graduated from Sunstate Academy a better person from my experience. My journey to being a cosmetologist was enriched, and my passion was stirred. The administrative staff along with most of the educators, were always available and willing to answer my many questions. I wasnt tech savvy but everyone was super patient with helping me to become current and prepared to enter the workforce. I love Sunstate and everything that they represent. Their staff are teamplayers and they make it look easy, when i know that its not. I highly recommend this establishment for anyone looking for a spa or beauty career. There is a wealth of knowledge and experience in that building. Kudos!!!

I was a student at Sunstate and graduated 5 years ago. Ive been a successful hair stylist since. I was reading some of these reviews and think they are just ridiculous. Im sorry, but sunstate is a school. If you want an upscale salon experience, go to an upscale salon. If you want to have your hair colored at a discounted price and chose to go to a school to have it done, you have to have an open mind. Theyre doing the best with what theyve learned. I WOULD recommend Sunstate for school and for services. Ive been back a few times and have had all positive experiences.

My daughter and I went in 5 months ago fro services and they were timely, very professional, and did a great job. Se had a fullset that was very nicely done being that I myself has been a nail tech for 18 years I was impressed being that they looked so good coming from a school. My hair was better than the previous stylist from a licensed pro.People that go to a beauty school expecting 5 star treatment need to realize you are going to people in training and you are their test subjects. If you want 5 star service and have high expectations dont go to a school giving them students a hard time. Go to a upscale salon and pay the upscale price. You pay for what you get but if you get a student that does good work you get more than you pay for.

Unprofessional, very rude and just not worth the visit. Seems like theyre all forced to be there and hate interacting with customers. It may be cheap but the quality of work is cheap as well-- you get what you pay for.

I was gifted a Groupon from a friend. I chose to let it expire as I will NEVER go back here as a result of how I was treated by the front desk. I RARELY complain, it’s not worth the treatment you receive. I’ve seen her be rude to everyone

I Have always received top quality customer service every time Ive gone! I have also liked what theyve done too my hair every time Ive left, keep it up Sunstate your doing wonderfully???????

Sunstate has the best education a stylist could ask for. Would recommend everyone choosing sunstate for a cosmetology school! Teachers there care and you can tell. The best in my opinion!

Sunstate Academy is a wonderful school! I graduated in 2008 and have a very successful salon to which I also have 5 employees, all of whom are sunstate grads!!! Great school, excellent educators, and a super fun environment! Highly recommend!!!

Im very happy. I was given a haircut yesterday evening that was less than desirable and Im getting married in a week. I was afraid we werent going to be able to have pictures taken due to my hair. Please remember this is a school. I tried to remember that and walked away last night. I called this morning and was connected with the director Teresa who is amazing. She fixed my hair in less than fifteen minutes. Shes a great stylist and was so wonderful about the entire thing. I will continue to go to the students at sunstate without any worries they have an amazing director that can work wonders! Please dont hesitate to go to sunstate if youre unhappy with youre service theyll fix you up! Great people! Five star!

I am a graduate from sunstate academy and I can say my experience was life changing!!! Im so happy I made this choice in my life! The teachers are very welcoming and not only strive to see you succeed in the industry but really take the time to connect with you! Theres always something new to learn and exciting events going down at funstate!!! Its a school like no other and I would go back in a heartbeat!!!

I had a wash ,cut and color. They listened to everything I said . I had the most wonderful experience Ive had at any salon. I will most definitely go there from now on.

Had a massage today by Julia W. that was one of the best massages I have ever had. I will be going back next month for another one!

Ive been going there for a couple of months now. My natural hair is super frizzy but theyve managed to give me a whole new look and my hair actually bounces!!! It never has, Im very impressed! Keep up the great work! :-)

I called last night and asked to make nail appointments for myself and 5 others for a wedding this weekend. I was told they couldnt make appointments (most beauty schools dont, no biggie), and was SPECIFICALLY told that they stopped taking nail walk ins at 2:30pm. I said no problem and even though they couldnt take appointments, I warned them that wed have 4 sets of gels and 2 plain manicures, they said no problem and that theyd see us the next day (today). When we walked in, we were left waiting for 20 minutes before someone even spoke to us, then we were told they had no nail techs. No, not any nail techs in that day, none at ALL! They said they had all graduated.The beauty industry is not all about your quality of work, its also your quality of customer care. I would NEVER recommend this establishment. They clearly do not know what the hell is going on in their own business and we werent even apologized to for THEIR monumental miscommunication that cost us an hour drive for nothing.Positively disgraceful.

Lashan StewartI want to give a BIG thanks to Alondra and Ninoshka for doing such a beautiful job on my hair. They have the best customer service. I felt like family was going my hair.

Payje did a wonderful job the color is perfect the cut is amazing and the service was exceptional staff was nice AMD Im definitely coming back

Re: Cancer meds destroyed my hair.Sunday had Ileana complete a wash/condition/style my hair; which cancer meds had destroyed. Unfortunately, I had cut off most of my damaged hair; along with the relaxer and had been too embarrassed to go to a Salon. Ileana took on the challenge of damaged hair; now virgin hair from re-growth of the relaxer, like a champ. After a Chem Shot, blow dry & style; my hair was sensational. I cant explain how it feels, after having my hair destroyed from cancer meds., to see it glowing & looking spectacular. Back to work, I received many compliments on how shiny & great it looked. Kudos Ileana. Will see you again.

I graduated from sunstate a while back and I still follow everything they do! I learned so much at the school and I met so many people I still talk to today! The school is always there if you need help finding a salon for work or any continuing education you may need... love this school and I refer anyone who wants to go to school and is serious about cosmetology! This school will definitely help you succeed!

Several of us came in as a group. We had different services done. When 2 of us finished before the 3rd we were talking to her while she was finishing up. A newer instructor who smelled strongly of wine told the 2 of us that were done had to leave. Ive been here several times before and normally enjoy the experience. I buy services as well as product just as i did today. However, if groups ( ie.. A ladies day) are frowned upon I will surely go someplace else next time. Not happy with our treatment today.

Amazing establishment, amazing customer service. Having most of my family going to that salon they all left very pleased with prices and service.

Worst school ever. I hated everything. The admission office is the worst. Yelled at me when I decided or more like realized what a horrible school and how they pretty much called me an idiot. Im currently at Florida academy. And all honestly its much better than this school

What a great place to learn and get certified in a professional and warm environment. From the staff to the students, SunState academy has always been a fun loving place where students and clients can get the most for their buck! This school really is the best in SWFL!

I graduated from sunstate in 2010, became licensed, and have been working full time as a stylist specializing in color ever since. The team at sunstate made it very easy for me to learn from them and they also helped keep me motivated every step of the way. I would highly recommend attending Sunstate Academy if youre considering a career in the beauty/barbering industry!

Please be wary of this school. They tout that they care about students but after going through my program there it seems like all they care about is the bottom line. The teachers there are great and for the most part they care about the students, but a lot of the staff are embarrassingly inefficient and disorganized. They lost tests, test dates changed constantly, and get ready to wait a long while to receive your license because they seem to have a serious kink in communication with the board of health. I just want to warn prospective students to do their research and not fall for the bigger and better aspect of this sorry excuse for an academic institution.

I graduate from Sunstate on Monday, & the sunstate crew is a big family! Will always come back & visit, they are all so caring, & motivating! Awesome school!

Great School

This is why this is called Sun State ACADEMY! People like you really tick me off. These people are trying to learn and you just wanted great hair for a cheap price. Go to a pro and pay the price next time!

I went to tour the school as a mature (meaning older) adult student. I accidentally knocked over brochures, apologized for doing so, then was told that I was causing a scene and was asked to leave.I will ABSOLUTELY not recommend anyone who cares about getting a PROFESSIONAL education to go here.The entire situation from beginning to end could have been handled COMPLETELY differently. I honestly called to find out the cost, and was told that they couldnt give me that information over the phone, that I had to come in.When I was filling out paperwork, their paperwork asks intrusive questions, such as Relationship Status How many children do you have What are their ages. These are questions that employers arent even allowed to ask, so why would a school?This school seems to allow and nurture the melodramatic aspect that plagues many salons. As a former Salon and Spa owner, I am looking for something MUCH different and more professional than this he said, she said type of scenario.The Campus Director, as well as the Admissions person, Sophie, both need to learn to take what their students say with a grain of salt. Perhaps instituting a class on how to handle conflict should be in their future.

I called Sunstate yesterday on December 21st and I explained to this poorly conducted establishment how my mom needed a touch up on her brassy hair. They agreed and understood and said to come in when we can.We came into Sunstate the next day on my moms Birthday on December 22nd. We came in once again, and retold them exactly what we wanted.The front staff made my mom wait 2 hours to get it rebleached.The staff preceded to tell her in the salon chair after they made her wait 2 hours on her birthday; they cant touch her hair. They called the manager in at the time. We were told no cannot touch.Recieptionist had no idea how to schedule any clients either. 4 people left during the wait time, we gave the benefit of the doubt. Poor choice they had terrible customer service and we werent even apologized to but blamed on. Save your time and money. We wont be back thanks to the sloppy disorganized staff. If taught this way the students will never make a career out of this. I recommend for students to go to a different beauty school that teaches customer service and is organized. Very glad they did not touch her hair since they had no idea what to do anyways and they said they did.