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Aveda Institute-Denver
Denver, Colorado · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 801 Kalamath, Denver, CO 80204 · Phone: 30356775001009 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Institute-Denver is a private for-profit trade school in Denver, Colorado offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Aveda Institute-Denver has an 83.5% completion rate, above the Colorado state average of 69.2%, with median graduate debt of $9,829 and median earnings of $38,020 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Institute-Denver is $23,384, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 31.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,940 | $54,500 | $76,520 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,520 | $37,690 | $59,710 |
| Barbers | $33,130 | $61,500 | $78,510 |
| Massage therapists | $35,990 | $61,060 | $84,100 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Colorado (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 | 143 | $24,581 | $22,699 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 113 | $24,581 | $22,699 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | $24,581 | $22,699 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $24,581 | $22,699 | $9,833 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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-Denver is a private for-profit trade school located in Denver, Colorado. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus awards the most credentials in esthetician programs, cosmetology programs, and barber programs, with esthetician schools being the largest program by completions.
According to federal data, this campus has a completion rate of 83.5%, which is above the state average of 69.2% for comparable programs in Colorado. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,829, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,020. The annual cost of attendance is $23,384, and 31.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in beauty and personal-care trades such as esthetics, cosmetology, or barbering, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering enrollment should independently verify accreditation status with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Aveda Institute-Denver offers esthetician, cosmetology, barber, and massage therapy programs, with esthetician schools (143 completions) and cosmetology schools (128 completions) being the largest.
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 campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 31.6% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 83.5%, which is above the Colorado state average of 69.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,829, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,020, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $23,384, according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Aveda Institute-Denver is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and financial aid eligibility rules 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 to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?459277.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not directly indicate career-changer fit; program setting and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should contact the school to discuss their situation.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetics, cosmetology, and barbering vary by state and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school or Colorado's licensing board to confirm requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Aveda Institute-Denver by phone at 30356775001009 or visit their website at https://avedainspiregreatness.com/denver-campus for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative placement or ranking data against nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools directly.
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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.