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Aveda Institute-Twin Falls
Twin Falls, Idaho · Private for-profit career college
Address: 837 Pole Line Road Suite 103, Twin Falls, ID 83301 · Phone: (208) 733-7777 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Institute-Twin Falls is a private for-profit trade school in Twin Falls, Idaho offering esthetician, barber, and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Aveda Institute-Twin Falls has a 73.0% completion rate, near the state average of 71.0%, with median graduate debt of $9,400 and median earnings of $26,171 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Institute-Twin Falls is $27,291, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 49.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $21,630 | $34,130 | $43,880 |
| Barbers | $21,880 | $36,040 | $48,810 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $22,810 | $35,480 | $37,710 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $25,150 | $34,910 | $40,220 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Idaho (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 | 38 | $14,161 | $15,758 | $9,400 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $14,161 | $15,758 | $9,400 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $14,161 | $15,758 | $9,400 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $14,161 | $15,758 | $9,400 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $14,161 | $15,758 | $9,400 |
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-Twin Falls is a private for-profit trade school located in Twin Falls, Idaho. 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 awards programs primarily in esthetician training, barbering, and cosmetology, with esthetician schools (38 completers), barber schools (19), and cosmetology schools (17) making up the top programs among its five program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.0%, which is near the Idaho state average of 71.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,400, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $26,171. The annual cost of attendance is $27,291, and 49.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students enrolled here.
This campus, with 88 undergraduates and 87 trade completers in a small-city setting, appears geared toward students pursuing short, hands-on cosmetology-arts training rather than multi-year associate degrees. It may suit career changers seeking a focused credential in esthetics, barbering, cosmetology, or nail technology, though program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard and confirm details with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician, barber, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, with esthetician schools (38 completers), barber schools (19), and cosmetology schools (17) as the top programs among its five program families.
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 is 73.0%, which is near the Idaho state average of 71.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,400, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $26,171.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $27,291.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, financial aid terms, and outcomes reporting 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 at (208) 733-7777 or visit its website to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?142407 or by contacting the accreditor, NACCAS, directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The programs are focused, hands-on trade credentials in fields like esthetics and cosmetology, which may suit adults seeking a shorter path into a new trade, though specific scheduling or program-length details are not reported in federal data.
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 at (208) 733-7777 for guidance on state licensing for esthetics, barbering, or cosmetology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Aveda Institute-Twin Falls at (208) 733-7777 or through its website, https://www.avedaidaho.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?142407 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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.