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Avalon Institute-Mesa
Mesa, Arizona · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 2111 S Alma School Rd Ste 21, Mesa, AZ 85210 · Phone: (480) 897-1688 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Avalon Institute-Mesa is a private for-profit trade school in Mesa, AZ offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Avalon Institute-Mesa has an 84.1% completion rate, above the state average of 64.4%, 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-Mesa is $22,699, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and about 45.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $38,650 | $50,470 | $57,900 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,050 | $36,810 | $45,520 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (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 | 214 | $19,588 | $20,335 | $7,426 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 101 | $19,588 | $20,335 | $7,426 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | $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-Mesa is a private for-profit trade school located in Mesa, Arizona, in a large city setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus's top programs are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, which together account for most of its enrollment.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 84.1%, which is above the state average of 64.4% for comparable programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,332, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,803. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,699, and about 45.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering this option should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard and by contacting the school, since program length, schedule, and licensing requirements are not detailed in the data provided.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Avalon Institute-Mesa's top programs are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with a total of 3 programs offered.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 84.1%, which is above the state average of 64.4% for similar programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $6,332, according to 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 annual cost of attendance is $22,699.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Avalon Institute-Mesa is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (480) 897-1688 or visit https://avalon.edu/mesa-az/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?104568.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Based on its focus on esthetician and cosmetology training, it may suit those seeking short, hands-on career programs, though specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for specifics on esthetician or cosmetology licensing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Avalon Institute-Mesa at (480) 897-1688 or visit https://avalon.edu/mesa-az/ to apply.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?104568 for similar institutions.
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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.