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Casal Aveda Institute
Niles, Ohio · Private for-profit career college
Address: 5555 Youngstown Warren Rd Unit 606, Niles, OH 44446 · Phone: 3307926504503 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Casal Aveda Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Niles, Ohio offering esthetician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Casal Aveda Institute's completion rate is 62.5%, below the Ohio state average of 68.8%; median graduate debt is $7,917 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $22,453.
Annual cost of attendance at Casal Aveda Institute is $19,572, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 55.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $28,350 | $39,150 | $52,870 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $26,650 | $35,590 | $45,240 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,520 | $36,260 | $57,840 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (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 | 33 | $14,272 | $16,573 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | $14,272 | $16,573 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $14,272 | $16,573 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 12 | $14,272 | $16,573 | $7,917 |
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
Casal Aveda Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Niles, Ohio, a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used to attend. The campus awards four program families, most commonly esthetician schools (33 completers), nail technician schools (31 completers), and cosmetology schools (24 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 62.5%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,453. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,572, and 55.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body has demonstrated financial need. Undergraduate enrollment is 102, with 88 trade completers reported.
This campus centers on short, hands-on beauty and personal-care trade programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, based on the program families listed. Whether this fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not reported here; prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program length, schedule, and licensing requirements. To verify accreditation status and review the full federal outcomes data independently, check the accreditor listed above and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Any figures not mentioned here, such as specific program durations or licensing exam pass rates, are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Casal Aveda Institute offers programs in esthetician schools, nail technician schools, and cosmetology schools, among four total program families. Esthetician schools had the most completers (33), followed by nail technician schools (31) and cosmetology schools (24).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Casal Aveda Institute is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with an accreditation status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 55.0% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 62.5%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, according to federal College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,453.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $19,572.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Casal Aveda Institute is a private for-profit school. Control type can affect cost, financial aid options, and accreditation oversight, so it's worth confirming details directly with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at 3307926504503 or via https://www.casalaveda.com/ to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and review federal outcomes data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?203438.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not directly reported in federal data; based on the beauty and personal-care program families listed, the school focuses on hands-on trade training rather than multi-year degrees, but scheduling and pacing details are not specified here. Contact the school to discuss fit for career-changers.
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 3307926504503 or https://www.casalaveda.com/ for details on state licensing exams.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Casal Aveda Institute by phone at 3307926504503 or through its website at https://www.casalaveda.com/.
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; you can look up other institutions on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?203438.
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.