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Aveda Institute Montana
Billings, Montana · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 901 24th Street West, Billings, MT 59102 · Phone: (406) 652-2700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Institute Montana is a private for-profit trade school in Billings, MT offering cosmetology and barbering programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Aveda Institute Montana has an 83.3% completion rate, above Montana's 52.3% state average, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt and earnings figures are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Institute Montana is $19,657, and federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, with 38.4% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $22,160 | $38,000 | $59,900 |
| Barbers (U.S.) | $28,600 | $38,210 | $58,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Montana (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 | 37 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | 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 Montana is a private for-profit trade school in Billings, Montana, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. The campus participates in federal Title IV student aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The school's top programs are cosmetology (39 completers) and barbering (3 completers), reflecting its focus on personal-care trades.
Federal data show a completion rate of 83.3%, which is above the Montana state average of 52.3%. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $19,657, and 38.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a total undergraduate enrollment of about 80 students in a midsize city setting, this campus may suit students seeking a licensure-focused program in cosmetology or barbering rather than a multi-year academic degree; specific program lengths are not detailed here, so career changers should confirm scheduling directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, contact the school at (406) 652-2700, visit its website, or review its official record on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Aveda Institute Montana offers cosmetology programs (39 completers) and barber programs (3 completers), for a total of 3 programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and holds active accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid 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 83.3%, which is above Montana's state average of 52.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (406) 652-2700 for more information.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $19,657.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Aveda Institute Montana is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly or visit its website for schedule details.
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 official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or adult-learner services, so career changers should contact the school directly to confirm fit for their situation.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in this data; contact the school at (406) 652-2700 to learn about cosmetology or barbering licensure in Montana.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Aveda Institute Montana at (406) 652-2700 or through its website at https://www.avedainstitutemontana.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparative information on other nearby schools; consult the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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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.