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Aveda Institute-Madison

Madison, WI·Private for-profit·88 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. exceptional 96% graduation rate.

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88
Students
$12,568
Net Price
96%
Grad Rate
$31,723
Earnings
10 yr
$6,333
Debt

About This School

Aveda Institute-Madison is a private for-profit institution located in Madison, Wisconsin with approximately 88 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $12,568 per year. The graduation rate is 96%, and the typical graduate earns $31,723 within 10 years of enrollment.

Students who are focused, career-minded, and ready to enter the beauty and wellness industry right after school will find a lot to like here — the 96% graduation rate is genuinely impressive for a cosmetology program and suggests students who enroll actually finish, which isn't a given in this space. The financial picture is also more manageable than many for-profit schools: median debt at graduation is just $6,333, and at $12,568 per year in net cost, this is a relatively affordable path to a credential. That said, families should go in clear-eyed about earnings — the median income 10 years after enrollment is $31,723, which is modest, and means that even a small amount of debt needs to be repaid on a tight budget in a field where income can vary significantly by location, clientele, and hustle. The school's connection to the Aveda brand does carry real name recognition in the professional beauty world, which can open doors, particularly in higher-end salons. My honest advice: if this is your student's genuine passion and they have a concrete plan for building clientele or specializing further, this is a financially sensible way in — just make sure they've also talked to working Aveda graduates in Madison about what income actually looks like in year three and beyond.

Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions5%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
N/A
Out-of-State Tuition
N/A
Avg Net Price
$12,568
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants31%
Median debt at graduation$6,333

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
96%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,723
after enrollment
Median Debt
$6,333
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$6,333
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$24,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,723
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 5.0x

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

White77%
Black8%
Hispanic/Latino7%
Asian5%
Two or more races1%
American Indian/Alaska Native2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (88 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Aveda Institute-Madison

353 East Campus Mall

Madison, WI 53715-0000

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Aveda Institute-Madison cost?

The average net price at Aveda Institute-Madison is about $12,568 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-Madison?

Aveda Institute-Madison has a graduation rate of 96%, 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.

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