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Avalon Institute-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada · Private for-profit career college
Address: 2650 South Decatur Boulevard Suites 1, 6, 8-10, Las Vegas, NV 89102 · Phone: (702) 478-4599 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Avalon Institute-Las Vegas is a private for-profit trade school in Las Vegas, Nevada offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Avalon Institute-Las Vegas has an 83.9% completion rate, above Nevada's 70.4% average, with median graduate debt of $6,332 and median earnings of $30,803 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Avalon Institute-Las Vegas is $21,860, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 73.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $28,070 | $38,660 | $47,830 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,160 | $33,840 | $37,560 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Nevada (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 210 | $19,588 | $20,335 | $7,426 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 95 | $19,588 | $20,335 | $7,426 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | $19,588 | $20,335 | $7,426 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Avalon Institute-Las Vegas is a private for-profit trade school located in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and the campus participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid. The campus's top programs are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, which together account for most of its award activity.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 83.9%, which is above the Nevada state average of 70.4%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $6,332, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $30,803. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,860, and 73.6% of students received Pell Grants, suggesting a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
Given the program mix — esthetician and cosmetology training — this campus is oriented toward shorter, hands-on certificate-style programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit adults changing careers who want to enter a licensed trade in a defined timeframe. Program length details beyond enrollment counts are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Avalon Institute-Las Vegas offers esthetician schools and cosmetology schools programs, with esthetician training being the larger of the two by completions. The campus has 3 total programs on record.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can apply for FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 83.9%, which is above the Nevada state average of 70.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates who borrowed is $6,332, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,803.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $21,860.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Avalon Institute-Las Vegas is a private for-profit school. This can affect tuition pricing and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions, so it's worth verifying cost and outcomes carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (702) 478-4599 for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with NACCAS and review completion, debt, and earnings data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?497301.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers esthetician and cosmetology programs, which are typically shorter, hands-on career-training tracks; whether this fits an individual's needs depends on specific program length and schedule details not reported here, so contacting the school is recommended.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetician and cosmetology fields vary by state and are not detailed in this data; contact the school or Nevada's licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Avalon Institute-Las Vegas at (702) 478-4599 or visit https://avalon.edu/las-vegas-nv/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across similar programs in the area.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.