Salem's Premier Tattoo School

Enrollment

Enrollment and waitlist is currently closed. 

Our wait list protocol has changed. In order to be put on our wait list you will have to schedule a portfolio review.  Please email InkTheoryTS@gmail.com for inquiries.   

Admission

To qualify for admission you must:

- Have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.

- Be at least 18 years of age with a valid, state issued, photo ID

- Submit an Enrollment Form

- Hold an interview with instructors that includes a portfolio assessment (At least 10-15 pieces of artwork)

- Submit a deposit of $1,000.00 upon acceptance. The deposit goes towards your total costs and is non-refundable.  

Class Size and Schedule

Class sizes are kept to a maximum of 8 students

Classes are held Monday-Thursday from 10am-3:30pm and extend to some Fridays during practicals. 

(Prices may vary depending on the cost of supplies and PPE)

Artistic Tattooing 

Tuition: $12,000

Supplies: $2,500

Total: $14,500

We do not offer financial aid at this time.  

(This does not cover the cost of the State Exam or Licensing Costs.)

This program is designed to be completed in 5 months.  However, we may keep students longer if we feel they need more training and practice during practicals. 

210 Hours of Theory 

150 Hours of Practical Labs

Upon completion of training, students will then have to pass the state exam for tattooing in order to obtain their license.

Classes are held at 230 Liberty St NE.  We partner with Alchemy Tattoo Collective (right next door) in giving students access to their 12 talented artists to watch and learn techniques, tips, and tricks. These artists are experienced and knowledgeable and have been in the field for years.  

We utilize state of the art resources and online testing to streamline our teaching processes and maximize learning.  

A student looking to transfer into our program from another licensed tattoo school must follow the same interview and admissions guidelines as a new student. They must also provide official transcripts from the school they are transferring from. A transfer student who is accepted into our program will be credited the appropriate hours

according to the transcripts provided. Please be advised that additional theory coursework may be necessary.

Oregon Health Licensing Office

1430 Tandem Ave. NE, Suite 180, Salem, OR 97301

Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission

3225 25th Street SE

Salem, OR 97302