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Aveda Institute-Fort Myers
Fort Myers, Florida · Private for-profit career college
Address: 2040 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33907 · Phone: (239) 278-1311 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Institute-Fort Myers is a private for-profit trade school in Fort Myers, Florida offering cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Aveda Institute-Fort Myers has a 68.3% completion rate near the Florida state average of 70.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,024 and median earnings of $24,057 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Institute-Fort Myers is $29,993, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 35.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,860 | $43,880 | $62,650 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $28,730 | $37,840 | $48,260 |
| Massage therapists | $30,310 | $49,680 | $59,700 |
| Barbers | $31,000 | $49,410 | $59,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 | 49 | $15,519 | $16,739 | $9,105 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 43 | $15,519 | $16,739 | $9,105 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 28 | $15,519 | $16,739 | $9,105 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 28 | $21,954 | $19,592 | $6,953 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $15,519 | $16,739 | $9,105 |
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-Fort Myers is a private for-profit trade school in Fort Myers, Florida, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Because the school participates in Title IV, students may use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The campus reports five program families, with the top programs being Cosmetology (49 completers), Esthetician (43 completers), and Nail Technician (28 completers) training.
Federal data show a completion rate of 68.3%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,024, and median earnings ten years after entry are $24,057. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $29,993, and 35.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus, located in a small city setting, appears geared toward students seeking hands-on beauty and wellness trade training rather than long academic degree programs, based on the program families offered. Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students—including career changers—should contact the school directly to confirm schedules and format. To verify accreditation status and review the full federal outcomes data, consult the school's ACCSC accreditor listing and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Aveda Institute-Fort Myers offers five program families including cosmetology, esthetician, nail technician, massage therapy, and barber training. The top programs by completions are Cosmetology (49), Esthetician (43), and Nail Technician (28).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), 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 may 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 68.3%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,024, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $24,057, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $29,993.
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 pricing 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 at (239) 278-1311 or visit its website to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCSC and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?362700.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families offered—cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, massage therapy, and barbering—are typically hands-on, shorter-format trade programs, though specific schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit for career changers.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Aveda Institute-Fort Myers by phone at (239) 278-1311 or visit https://www.beaveda.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across schools directly.
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.