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Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 201 S. Estes Drive, Space 200 B, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 · Phone: (919) 960-4769 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill is a private for-profit trade school in Chapel Hill, NC offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill reports an 81.8% completion rate versus a 47.8% state average, median graduate debt of $6,333, and median earnings of $26,873 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill is $25,246, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 45.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $25,570 | $39,120 | $57,000 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,880 | $38,410 | $48,300 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Carolina (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 | 112 | $21,282 | $23,026 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 63 | $21,282 | $23,026 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $21,282 | $23,026 | $6,333 |
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 Institute-Chapel Hill is a private for-profit trade school located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The school's top programs are esthetician schools, with 112 completers, and cosmetology schools, with 65 completers, reflecting its focus on personal care and beauty trades.
In terms of outcomes, the campus reports a completion rate of 81.8%, which is above the state average of 47.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,873. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,246, and 45.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on programs in esthetics or cosmetology rather than multi-year associate degrees, given the program families offered. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm this. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data independently, check with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill offers esthetician schools (112 completers) and cosmetology schools (65 completers), totaling 3 program offerings in these program families.
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 eligible students can use 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 81.8%, which is above the North Carolina state average of 47.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,873.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $25,246.
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 eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (919) 960-4769 or visit its website for 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 at the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455141).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career-changers is not reported for this campus in federal data, as schedule and format details are not specified; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after program completion are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or your state licensing board for cosmetology or esthetics for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill by phone at (919) 960-4769 or visit https://avedafi.edu/chapel-hill/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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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.