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Aveda Institute-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 353 East Campus Mall, Madison, WI 53715 · Phone: (608) 250-3100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Nov 2023 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Aveda Institute-Madison is a private for-profit trade school in Madison, Wisconsin offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Aveda Institute-Madison has a 97.2% completion rate versus a 62.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $31,723 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Institute-Madison is $14,592, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 30.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,830 | $46,220 | $59,660 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,790 | $36,230 | $47,060 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,950 | $36,680 | $45,750 |
| Massage therapists | $20,280 | $58,070 | $80,560 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wisconsin (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 | $24,507 | $23,923 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $24,507 | $23,923 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | $24,507 | $23,923 | $6,333 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $27,559 | $25,967 | $7,917 |
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-Madison is a private for-profit trade school located in Madison, Wisconsin. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus awards credentials chiefly in esthetician training (42 completers), cosmetology (21 completers), and nail technician programs (7 completers), alongside a smaller massage therapy offering.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 97.2%, well above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%, placing this campus above the state average for completion. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $31,723. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $14,592, and 30.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollees. Program length figures are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its concentration in short, hands-on beauty and wellness programs — esthetics, cosmetology, nail technology — this campus may suit students seeking a focused, single-field credential rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific schedule and program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify current program offerings, schedule, and accreditation status directly with the school, and can cross-check outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Aveda Institute-Madison offers esthetician, cosmetology, nail technician, and massage therapy programs, with esthetics and cosmetology being the largest by completions.
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 financial aid programs, so students can 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 97.2%, compared to a Wisconsin state average of 62.8%, putting this campus above the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $6,333, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $31,723, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $14,592.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Aveda Institute-Madison is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional priorities compared to public or non-profit options.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (608) 250-3100 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on short, single-field credentials in esthetics, cosmetology, and nail technology may suit those seeking a focused trade skill, but specific fit details for career changers are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Aveda Institute-Madison by phone at (608) 250-3100 or through its website at https://www.ibw.edu/.
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; 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.