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Jean Madeline Aveda Institute
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 315A Bainbridge St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 · Phone: (215) 238-9998 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Jean Madeline Aveda Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Philadelphia, PA offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Jean Madeline Aveda Institute has an 80.2% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,028 and median earnings of $26,029 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Jean Madeline Aveda Institute is $23,886, federal financial aid is accepted, and 38.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
| Skincare specialists | $22,870 | $43,620 | $58,970 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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, 1–2 years | 178 | $16,302 | $16,061 | $9,588 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 125 | $16,302 | $16,061 | $9,588 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $16,302 | $16,061 | $9,588 |
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
Jean Madeline Aveda Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus's programs are concentrated in cosmetology and esthetics, with cosmetology schools (179 completers) and esthetician schools (125 completers) making up the bulk of its award activity.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 80.2%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,028, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,029. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,886, and 38.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Program length in months is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus is likely to appeal to students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or esthetics rather than a multi-year academic degree, though whether it suits adult career-changers specifically is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review the school's full outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since program offerings and costs can change.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Jean Madeline Aveda Institute offers cosmetology and esthetician programs, with cosmetology schools (179 completers) and esthetician schools (125 completers) as its top programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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 may use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.2%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $8,028, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,029.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $23,886.
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 and financial aid terms compared with 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 (215) 238-9998 or via https://jeanmadeline.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with NACCAS and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?414540.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; the school's short, focused cosmetology and esthetics programs may be worth discussing directly with admissions.
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 for details on state licensing exams.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Jean Madeline Aveda Institute at (215) 238-9998 or through its website, https://jeanmadeline.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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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.