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Brown Aveda Institute-Mentor
Mentor, Ohio · Private for-profit career college
Address: 8816 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH 44060 · Phone: 4402559494246 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Brown Aveda Institute-Mentor is a private for-profit trade school in Mentor, Ohio, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Brown Aveda Institute-Mentor has an 86.1% completion rate versus a 68.8% Ohio state average, with median graduate debt of $7,267 and median earnings of $27,446 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Brown Aveda Institute-Mentor is $21,311, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 47.9% of students receiving 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 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,520 | $36,260 | $57,840 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $26,650 | $35,590 | $45,240 |
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 | 76 | $17,089 | $19,792 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 48 | $17,089 | $19,792 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | $17,089 | $19,792 | $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
Brown Aveda Institute-Mentor is a private for-profit trade school located in Mentor, Ohio, a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for programs. Its most-awarded programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 86.1%, above the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,267, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,446. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,311, and 47.9% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a significant share of lower-income enrollment. Enrollment stood at 115 undergraduates with 145 trade completers recorded.
This campus suits students seeking short, hands-on training in beauty and personal care trades rather than multi-year associate degrees, based on the program families offered. The relatively short completion time implied by these program types may appeal to adult career-changers, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling. Any figures not listed here, such as detailed program-length breakdowns or placement rates, are not reported for this campus in federal data and should be confirmed directly with the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Brown Aveda Institute-Mentor offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, totaling three program families.
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, so students can 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 86.1%, which is above the Ohio state average of 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,267, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $27,446, according to federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $21,311.
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 to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at 4402559494246 or via https://www.brownaveda.com/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441645.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families offered—esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician training—are typically shorter-term trade programs, which may suit adult career-changers, though exact program lengths are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician fields are not reported in this data; contact the school or Ohio's licensing board to confirm requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Brown Aveda Institute-Mentor by phone at 4402559494246 or visit https://www.brownaveda.com/ to learn about applying.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441645 to compare similar programs in the area.
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.