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Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics
Ashland, Virginia · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 405 england st, Ashland, VA 23005 · Phone: (804) 908-3223 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics is a private for-profit trade school in Ashland, Virginia, offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS and the Middle States Commission.
The Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics reports a 100.0% completion rate, above the Virginia state average of 57.1%, and median earnings of $31,213 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at the Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics is $17,912, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 41.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,530 | $39,350 | $49,980 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists (U.S.) | $27,040 | $35,790 | $48,830 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (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 | 26 | $25,502 | not reported | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $25,502 | not reported | $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
The Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics is a private for-profit trade school located in Ashland, Virginia, a large suburb. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help cover costs. The school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited. Its two program families are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician training being the larger of the two by completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1% for comparable programs. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $31,213. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,912, and 41.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of 7 and 39 trade completers reported, appears to run small, hands-on esthetician and cosmetology programs. Because specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm schedules and whether the format suits an adult career-changer. Anyone considering enrollment can verify accreditation status and outcome figures directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or by contacting the accrediting bodies listed above.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics offers esthetician programs (26 completions) and cosmetology programs (13 completions), covering two program families total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), with a current status of accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid; 41.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The reported completion rate is 100.0%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (804) 908-3223 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,213 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $17,912.
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 pricing and eligibility for certain aid programs compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are 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 through NACCAS or the Middle States Commission, and check outcome data directly at the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?458122).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so this fit cannot be confirmed from the available data; contact the school to discuss options 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 or the Virginia Board of Barbers and Cosmetology for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (804) 908-3223 or visit its website at https://www.theinstituteofadvancedmedicalesthetics.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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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.