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Aveda Institute-Des Moines

West Des Moines, IA·Private for-profit·244 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. exceptional 93% graduation rate.

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244
Students
$18,552
Net Price
93%
Grad Rate
$36,132
Earnings
10 yr
$8,461
Debt

About This School

Aveda Institute-Des Moines is a private for-profit institution located in West Des Moines, Iowa with approximately 244 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $18,552 per year. The graduation rate is 93%, and the typical graduate earns $36,132 within 10 years of enrollment.

Worth considering if you're committed to a cosmetology or esthetics career in the Aveda brand ecosystem — the intimate enrollment of just 179 students means you'll likely get hands-on attention rather than getting lost in a crowd. The median debt at graduation is a reasonable $6,333, which is relatively manageable for a vocational program, and the $15,155 average net price suggests aid is doing some work. That said, as a for-profit school, do your homework on job placement rates and licensure exam pass rates before enrolling, since those numbers matter far more than tuition sticker price for your actual return on investment.

Setting
Small city

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
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Out-of-State Tuition
N/A
Avg Net Price
$18,552
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$18,486
$30–48k$9,412
$48–75k$15,446
$75–110k$23,501
$110k+$23,501

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants41%
Median debt at graduation$8,461

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
93%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,132
after enrollment
Median Debt
$8,461
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$8,461
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$35,130
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,132
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.3x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White56%
Black5%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (244 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Aveda Institute-Des Moines

6905 Mills Civic Pkwy Suite 120

West Des Moines, IA 50266

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Aveda Institute-Des Moines cost?

The average net price at Aveda Institute-Des Moines is about $18,552 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at Aveda Institute-Des Moines?

Aveda Institute-Des Moines has a graduation rate of 93%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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