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Aveda Institute-Maryland
Bel Air, Maryland · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 227 Archer St, Bel Air, MD 21014 · Phone: 41083808454 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Institute-Maryland is a private for-profit trade school in Bel Air, Maryland, offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Aveda Institute-Maryland has a 96.5% completion rate versus a 46.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $21,250 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Institute-Maryland is $17,821, federal financial aid is accepted, and 32.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $35,580 | $46,590 | $63,190 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,830 | $36,420 | $47,590 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maryland (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 | 59 | $18,326 | $16,786 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $18,326 | $16,786 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $18,326 | $16,786 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $18,326 | $16,786 | $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-Maryland is a private for-profit trade school located in Bel Air, Maryland, a midsize suburb. 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. The campus is best known for its esthetician and cosmetology programs, with esthetician schools (59 completers) and cosmetology schools (43 completers) representing its top program offerings among a total of four programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 96.5%, well above the Maryland state average of 46.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $21,250. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,821, and 32.9% of students receive Pell Grants. These figures come directly from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and are not estimates.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults considering a career change should independently verify licensing requirements, program schedules, and current tuition by contacting the school directly. To confirm accreditation status and review the full outcomes data used here, prospective students can consult the NACCAS accreditor listing and the College Scorecard entry for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Aveda Institute-Maryland offers four programs, primarily in esthetician schools (59 completers) and cosmetology schools (43 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and its 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 96.5%, which is above the Maryland state average of 46.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $21,250.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $17,821.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Aveda Institute-Maryland is a private for-profit school; for-profit status can affect tuition pricing and financial aid outcomes 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 41083808454 or visit avedainstitutemd.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcomes data at the College Scorecard page for this school: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?162830.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on esthetician and cosmetology training may suit those seeking hands-on career training, but specific fit for career changers, including schedule flexibility, is not reported in federal data; contact the school to ask directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school or Maryland's cosmetology board for current licensing details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Aveda Institute-Maryland by phone at 41083808454 or visit their website at https://avedainstitutemd.edu/ to apply.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?162830 can be used to compare completion rates, debt, 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.