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Cinta Aveda Institute
San Francisco, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 305 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA 94108 · Phone: (415) 989-4400 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cinta Aveda Institute is a private for-profit trade school in San Francisco, California, offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Cinta Aveda Institute has a 61.7% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $34,937 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Cinta Aveda Institute is $20,168, federal financial aid is accepted, and 44.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 | 87 | $22,246 | $25,491 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | $22,246 | $25,491 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $22,246 | $25,491 | $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
Cinta Aveda Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in San Francisco, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The campus primarily trains students in cosmetology, with a smaller barber program; its top programs are cosmetology schools (114 students) and barber schools (7 students).
According to federal data, 61.7% of students complete their program, which is near the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,937. The annual cost of attendance is $20,168, and 44.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students attend this campus.
This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or barbering rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should confirm scheduling and program length directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review updated federal outcome data, prospective students can check the College Scorecard or contact the school directly using the phone number or website listed for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cinta Aveda Institute offers cosmetology and barber programs, with cosmetology schools enrolling 114 students and barber schools enrolling 7 students.
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 61.7%, which is near the state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,937, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $20,168.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Cinta Aveda Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review federal outcome data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461829.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or adult-learner accommodations; contact the school at (415) 989-4400 or visit https://www.cintaaveda.edu/ 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 for details on state licensing for cosmetology or barbering.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Cinta Aveda Institute by phone at (415) 989-4400 or visit their website at https://www.cintaaveda.edu/ 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; use the College Scorecard to compare similar programs in the area.
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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.