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Barbizon Modeling School

Barbizon Modeling School

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Rating Distribution

Barbizon Modeling School has a 3.2 star rating from 36 customer reviews and overall sentiment is mostly neutral with mixed experiences reported.

Key Takeaways for Future Customers

  • Expect varied class quality and medium price level; read Barbizon Modeling School reviews before enrolling.
  • Ask about refund and billing policies up front and confirm payment schedules to avoid surprises.
  • Parents report confidence and skill gains for many students, but outcomes depend on student commitment.

Negative Feedback / Risk Areas

  • Recurring complaints about denied or delayed refunds and difficulty resolving refund requests.
  • Reports of unauthorized or repeated billing and disputes over charges.
  • Some reviewers describe high-pressure enrollment tactics and inconsistent customer service response.

Positive Feedback

Many families praise teachers, improved confidence, supportive staff, useful coaching, and opportunities for auditions and competitions.

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map-marker Cambridge, Massachusetts

Returning student

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I am a still waiting on a call back my name is Tiesha Prentice I went to barbizon in either 2000 or 2001 . I am looking to return and take some refresher classes and look for my agency.

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Raif Rgx

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Compliment

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AI Highlights
  • - Kyrie loved Barbizon.
  • - Barbizon helped her come out of her shell.
  • - She participates in school activities and uses hair and makeup skills.
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Kyrie is my granddaughter and she has loved her experience with Barbizon. She went in as an extremely shy little girl, but Barbizon has helped her come out of her shell.

She participates more in school activities.

She is even taking more care to use her hair and makeup skills. Thanks, Barbizon.

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dekeisha w

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Taught me how to be more professional , how to walk like a lady

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AI Highlights
  • - I learned to stand out and be professional.
  • - It taught me makeup, a new skill, and how to take a photoshoot.

It has taught me how to stand out more and to be more professional, taught me how to walk like a lady, showed me how not to be shy in front of a crowd, and how to take a bomb photoshoot. This was a great experience for me and I will most definitely recommend this to other young ladies. It also taught me how to do makeup, which is a new skill for me.

Preferred solution: Price reduction

User's recommendation: 10

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Alyssa F Myu

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Barbizon has helped my daughter grow as a model and actress

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AI Highlights
  • - Barbizon helped my daughter learn and gain skills.
  • - Instructors were professional and invested in her growth.
  • - We are continuing into Phase 2.

Our experience with Barbizon has been nothing short of amazing! My daughter has learned so much and gained invaluable skills through the program.

The instructors were professional, encouraging, and truly invested in her growth, both as a model and an actress. The program not only helped her build confidence but also provided her with essential tools to succeed in the industry.

We are thrilled to be continuing into Phase 2 and can't wait to see what the future holds. Barbizon has been such a supportive and inspiring environment for her, and we're so grateful for the opportunities they've provided.

I'm excited to watch her continue to grow and pursue her dreams with everything she's learned so far. I highly recommend Barbizon for anyone considering this path!

User's recommendation: Yes !

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Jessica V Khv

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I don't know

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During my son's time at Barbizon, he has come out of his shell. He is more confident. He has learned valuable lessons on how to carry himself professionally.

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Isabella D Pfk

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Personal

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AI Highlights
  • - Barbizon is pretty cool.
  • - They do everything for us and have our best interest in mind.

Barbizon is pretty cool. I've had a lot of fun with the teachers and classmates. Everybody is super nice and welcoming, and they make it a point to let us know that they do everything for us and everything is in our best interest.

Pros:
  • Improving personal skills
  • Improving people skills
  • Networking

User's recommendation: I do recommend Barbizon for any young people looking to be actors or models or even just people that want to improve on their self development.

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Wabin C

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We are so comfortable with the entire process. It helped my daughter come out of her shell a bit. The school was patient with her and myself. Thank you Barbizon

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There is nothing I can think of that you could do better. We really enjoyed meeting so many students and teachers at Barbizon School.

Preferred solution: Nothing

User's recommendation: Pay attention to the instructions

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sandra m Fqy

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My time at barbizon has been filled with awesome memories. Each class, taught me something, all while being entertaining. One of the biggest lesson I learned was to love myself.

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AI Highlights
  • - Great experience, especially with the instructor who is caring and attentive.
  • - Prices are a little high; I would rate them 9/10.

I had a great experience, especially with my instructor. She is caring and attentive in training us to become better versions of ourselves.

I would definitely give them a 9/10. However, the prices are a little on the high side.

Cons:
  • Only the prices a little on the steep side

Preferred solution: Nothing. Everything has been great so far

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Adrienne Ltv

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Satisfaction

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AI Highlights
  • - I've had a great experience with Barbizon.
  • - The interview was smooth; updates via email, text, and phone; payments and schedules are flexible.

I've had a great experience with Barbizon. The interview process was smooth and easy.

They reach out to keep you informed about everything going on via email, text, and phone call. They are flexible with payments and class schedules.

I had a great experience with them. I would recommend going with them for model and acting training.

Pros:
  • Great customer service
  • Friendly
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Joan G Mdv

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The school have given my granddaughter a window to grow and come into who she was created to be the only thing I don’t care for is the drive to the site

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AI Highlights
  • - Distance is a downside, but the program is amazing.
  • - Granddaughter enjoys it and looks forward to her event, but makeup is hard to remove at home.

I feel the distance is a minus for me, but the program is amazing. My granddaughter enjoys it very much.

She looks forward to her event every time. However, they do need to have better makeup.

It's very difficult to get the makeup off her when we get home. Other than that, it's a great program.

Pros:
  • Good program
Cons:
  • Cost

Preferred solution: Not sure

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Luiz Won

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Resolved: Satisfied Customer

AI Highlights
  • - Kadrian Baker loved the program.
  • - His confidence grew with auditions.
  • - Recommend it to upcoming models or actors to understand the business.

My son Kadrian Baker absolutely loved being part of this program! His confidence and self esteem has grown so much and we have had several positive auditions that he was very confident doing. Would recommend to any upcoming model or actor to understand the business.

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Keri W Uyx

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Company is helpful

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The company has worked well with my daughter. They work with the parents to keep them engaged in the program as well.

User's recommendation: Communication will help go a long way

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Romyr M

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Satisfaction

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My daughter had an amazing experience, she loved every minute of it and gained so much knowledge from this experience.

User's recommendation: I would recommend

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Joslyn S Nsl

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Daughter is a student and would recommend program.

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The traveling is a bit inconvenient. Also, lunch should be provided for the students. A more in-depth syllabus is needed for both the students and parents.

Loss:
$4800
Pros:
  • Potential employment
  • Increase knowledge
  • Social skills
Cons:
  • Traveling distance for the class
  • Miss work to travel
  • Extra gas

Preferred solution: Price reduction

User's recommendation: Make sure everyone is dedicated

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Jaune C

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My family

AI Highlights
  • - It helped me open up and the experience was amazing.
  • - I felt like a person and could do anything.
  • - They told me how to be a lady and be perfect.

I really like it they help me open u I felt I could do everything and the experience was amazing I love it they made me feel like a person I like I could be the next Tyler Perry they told me how to be a lady and be perfect they made me feel like I could do anything

User's recommendation: A star

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Kristianne Mwx

Gratitude

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I love the way that they look out for the kids and help them let their inner selves out and teach them how to become self confident

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For over 75 years, the Barbizon program has developed some of the worlds best known models and actors through expert training in modeling, acting and personal development. With a program that focuses on building a positive self-confidence, Barbizon offers more than just modeling and acting – providing young people life skills that encourage success wherever life may take them. Additionally, Barbizon’s advanced placement services offer trusted modeling and acting industry connections. Originally founded in New York City in 1939, Barbizon now offers services in over 200 U.S. markets and stands as the leader in the modeling and acting training industry. For more information visit Barbizonmodeling.com

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