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Aveda Institute-Des Moines
West Des Moines, Iowa · Private for-profit career college
Address: 6905 Mills Civic Pkwy Suite 120, West Des Moines, IA 50266 · Phone: (513) 576-9333 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Aveda Institute-Des Moines is a private for-profit trade school in West Des Moines, Iowa, offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Aveda Institute-Des Moines has an 87.5% completion rate versus a 63.6% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,461 and median earnings of $36,132 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Aveda Institute-Des Moines is $23,501, federal financial aid applies, and 41.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,650 | $35,700 | $48,580 |
| Skincare specialists | $22,830 | $37,080 | $50,060 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Iowa (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, 2–4 years | 65 | $22,970 | $27,376 | $11,937 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 54 | $22,970 | $27,376 | $11,937 |
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-Des Moines is a private for-profit trade school located in West Des Moines, Iowa. 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, at this campus. The school's two program families are cosmetology and esthetician training, with top programs being Cosmetology schools (65 completers) and Esthetician schools (54 completers).
According to federal data, this campus has a completion rate of 87.5%, which is above the state average of 63.6%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,461, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,132. The annual cost of attendance is $23,501, and 41.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or esthetics rather than a multi-year associate degree program, though specific program lengths and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering this path should verify current accreditation status and review outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, and contact the school for details on program length, licensing requirements, and enrollment.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Aveda Institute-Des Moines offers cosmetology and esthetician programs, with top programs being Cosmetology schools (65 completers) and Esthetician schools (54 completers).
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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 87.5%, which is above the Iowa state average of 63.6%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $8,461, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,132, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $23,501.
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 costs and institutional priorities 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 at (513) 576-9333 or via its website for this information.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?475015.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data, but the school's focused cosmetology and esthetician programs may appeal to those seeking hands-on, non-degree training; contact the school to confirm scheduling options.
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 Iowa's cosmetology licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Aveda Institute-Des Moines at (513) 576-9333 or through its website at https://avedainstitutedesmoines.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?475015 to compare institutions directly.
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.