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Aveda Institute-South Florida
Davie, Florida · Private for-profit career college
Address: 4186 S. University Drive, Davie, FL 33328 · Phone: (727) 498-1470 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Institute-South Florida is a private for-profit trade school in Davie, Florida, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and massage therapy programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Aveda Institute-South Florida has a 72.9% completion rate, near the state average of 70.5%; graduates carry a median debt of $6,333 and earn a median of $29,426 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Institute-South Florida is $27,962, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 31.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $27,860 | $43,880 | $62,650 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| 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, 300–899 hours | 435 | $18,182 | $18,967 | $7,364 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 281 | $18,182 | $18,967 | $7,364 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 35 | $22,590 | $16,345 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $18,182 | $18,967 | $7,364 |
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-South Florida is a private for-profit trade school in Davie, Florida. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV), including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to pay for their education. The campus offers four program families, most notably esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and massage therapy schools, with esthetician programs enrolling the largest share of students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 72.9%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $29,426. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $27,962, and 31.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus, located in a large suburb, may suit students seeking hands-on training in personal care trades such as esthetics, cosmetology, massage therapy, or barbering. Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm scheduling and duration directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes, consult the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Aveda Institute-South Florida offers four program families: esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, massage therapy schools, and barber schools. Esthetician programs have the largest enrollment at 435 students, followed by cosmetology at 281 and massage therapy at 35.
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 school 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 72.9%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $29,426.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $27,962.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Aveda Institute-South Florida is a private for-profit school. This distinction matters because for-profit schools may have different cost structures and outcomes than public or non-profit institutions, and prospective students should review federal data carefully.
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 (727) 498-1470 or via https://www.beaveda.com/ to confirm program durations.
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 on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?451149.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers hands-on programs in esthetics, cosmetology, massage therapy, and barbering in a large suburb setting; specific fit for career changers depends on program length and schedule, which are not reported for this campus in federal data, so contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing needed for esthetics, cosmetology, massage therapy, or barbering in Florida.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Aveda Institute-South Florida by phone at (727) 498-1470 or visit their website at https://www.beaveda.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?451149 to compare similar institutions.
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.