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Aveda Institute-Tucson
Tucson, Arizona · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 145 S 6th Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85701 · Phone: (520) 207-2660 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Institute-Tucson is a private for-profit trade school in Tucson, Arizona offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Aveda Institute-Tucson has an 82.3% completion rate, above the Arizona state average of 64.4%, and graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Institute-Tucson is $23,601, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 35.1% 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 | 110 | $20,004 | $22,871 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 71 | $20,004 | $22,871 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $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 is a private for-profit trade school located in Tucson, Arizona. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV), including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus awards programs primarily in esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician training (110 completers) and cosmetology training (73 completers) making up the bulk of its program offerings across three total program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 82.3%, which is above the Arizona state average of 64.4%. Graduates of this campus carry a median debt of $6,333. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,601, and 35.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of financially need-based enrollment.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on esthetician or cosmetology training in a large-city setting, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the data provided, so applicants should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. Career changers considering licensure-based fields may want to weigh the completion rate and debt figures above against their own circumstances. To verify accreditation status and review the latest outcome data, prospective students can consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or contact the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Aveda Institute-Tucson offers esthetician school and cosmetology school programs, with esthetician training (110 completers) and cosmetology training (73 completers) as its top programs, across three total programs.
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, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here. About 35.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 82.3%, which is above the Arizona state average of 64.4%.
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 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for the most current figures.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $23,601.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Aveda Institute-Tucson is a private for-profit school, which can affect cost, financial aid terms, and ownership structure compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (520) 207-2660 or visit its website to confirm scheduling.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?476753.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or scheduling suited to career changers; contact the school to discuss fit for adult learners and working schedules.
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 or your state licensing board for esthetician or cosmetology requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Aveda Institute-Tucson at (520) 207-2660 or through its website, https://www.avedainstitutetucson.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard to look up other cosmetology or esthetician programs in Tucson for comparison.
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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.