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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 21003 Encino Commons Ste 121, San Antonio, TX 78259 · Phone: (985) 415-7569 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-San Antonio is a private for-profit trade school in San Antonio, Texas offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 81.5% completion rate versus a 63.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,916 and median earnings of $32,162 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-San Antonio is reported at $26,845, federal financial aid can be used here, and 46.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,390 | $49,250 | $68,780 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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, 1–2 years | 89 | $18,511 | $16,905 | $7,916 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 79 | $18,511 | $16,905 | $7,916 |
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
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-San Antonio is a private for-profit trade school located in San Antonio, Texas. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid (Title IV, including FAFSA and Pell Grants) can be used here. The campus's top programs are cosmetology schools and esthetician schools, with cosmetology being the larger of the two by completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 81.5%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,916, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,162. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $26,845, and 46.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollees.
This campus, with 250 undergraduate students and 168 trade program completers, suits students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or esthetics rather than a broad academic degree. Program length in months or hours is not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check the NACCAS accreditor listing and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers cosmetology schools and esthetician schools programs, with cosmetology (89 completions) being the larger program and esthetics (79 completions) close behind.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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 school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 81.5%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $7,916, according to the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,162, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,845.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should factor this into cost comparisons.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length in months or clock hours is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (985) 415-7569 or visit https://avedaarts.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455354.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers focused cosmetology and esthetics training rather than general academics, which may suit those seeking a specific trade skillset, but specific adult-learner accommodations are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing exams for cosmetology or esthetics in Texas.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (985) 415-7569 or through its website at https://avedaarts.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to look up other institutions in the San Antonio 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.