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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle
Seattle, Washington · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 802 East Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98122 · Phone: (206) 302-1049 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle is a private for-profit trade school in Seattle, WA offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 66.7% completion rate, near the state average of 66.1%, with median graduate debt of $7,773 and median earnings of $32,491 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle is $28,401, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 17.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $48,620 | $79,320 | $95,260 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $36,830 | $59,510 | $73,540 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Washington (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 | 42 | $30,633 | $28,899 | $7,673 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 37 | $30,633 | $28,899 | $7,673 |
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 Seattle is a private for-profit trade school located in Seattle, Washington. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus's two program families are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician training (42 completers) and cosmetology training (37 completers) making up its top programs.
Looking at outcomes reported to the U.S. Department of Education: the completion rate here is 66.7%, which is near the state average of 66.1%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,773, and median earnings ten years after entry were $32,491. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $28,401, and 17.8% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of lower-income enrollment.
This campus centers on cosmetology and esthetics training rather than longer associate-degree programs, which may suit students looking for a focused, hands-on path into the beauty and personal care trades, including adults changing careers, though specific program lengths and schedule formats are not reported for this campus in federal data. Before enrolling, prospective students can verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the school's federal outcome data on the College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers esthetician training and cosmetology training, with 42 and 37 completers respectively in the most recent reporting period.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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 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 66.7%, which is near the Washington state average of 66.1%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,773, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $32,491, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $28,401.
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 with public institutions; prospective students should factor this into cost comparisons.
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 (206) 302-1049 or via https://avedaarts.edu/ for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?458131.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology and esthetician training may suit adults seeking a career-focused program, though specific scheduling and program-length details for career changers are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology and esthetics are set by the state, not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or the Washington state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (206) 302-1049 or through its website at https://avedaarts.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data for this campus shows a completion rate near the state average, but direct comparisons with other nearby schools are not reported in this data; check the College Scorecard for comparable listings.
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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.