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Aveda Institute Tucson-Avondale
Avondale, Arizona · Private for-profit career college
Address: 775 North 114th Avenue, Avondale, AZ 85323 · Phone: (623) 283-4588 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Institute Tucson-Avondale is a private for-profit trade school in Avondale, Arizona offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Median graduate debt is $6,333, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate compared with the Arizona state average of 64.4% is not reported for this campus. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Institute Tucson-Avondale is $22,050, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here. About 76.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $38,650 | $50,470 | $57,900 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,050 | $36,810 | $45,520 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (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 | 43 | $20,004 | $22,871 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $20,004 | $22,871 | $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 Tucson-Avondale is a private for-profit career school in Avondale, Arizona, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus focuses primarily on esthetician training, with 43 completers in that program, alongside a smaller cosmetology program with 1 completer.
Federal data shows a median graduate debt of $6,333 for students at this campus, and an annual cost of attendance of $22,050. About 76.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for federal need-based aid. The campus's completion rate compared to the state average of 64.4% is not reported in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school suits students seeking a focused, short-term path into esthetician or cosmetology work rather than a multi-year associate degree, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults changing careers should confirm scheduling, program length, and licensing requirements directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and check enrollment and outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician and cosmetology programs, with esthetician training being the larger program (43 completers) compared to cosmetology (1 completer).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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 for this campus compared to the Arizona state average of 64.4% is not reported in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $6,333, according to federal data.
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 any future updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,050, per federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different tuition structures and outcomes compared to public or non-profit institutions; students should review costs and outcomes carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (623) 283-4588 or visit its website for 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 enrollment and outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?499334).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on esthetician and cosmetology programs may suit career changers interested in those fields, but specific program lengths and schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetician or cosmetology work are not detailed in federal data; contact the school directly for state licensing guidance.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (623) 283-4588 or visit https://www.avedainstituteavondale.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 in this listing; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across campuses.
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.