Aveda Institute-Des Moines
Aveda Institute-Des Moines is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in West Des Moines, IA. It offers 2 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, Inc. (5/5/2011 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Aveda Institute-Des Moines is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $21,100. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,550 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 11 months.
The following table shows the 3 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Aveda Institute-Des Moines.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $21,100 | $4,227 | 1,550 Hours | 11 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $10,800 | $2,675 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $9,978 |
| 3 | $10,100 | $1,500 | 750 Hours | 7 Months | - |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 244 students attended Aveda Institute-Des Moines in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 9 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 7 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 19 (full-time) and 9 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Aveda Institute-Des Moines is 88% and the retention rate is 89% at the school.
| Student Population | 244 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 88% |
| Number of Faculty | 16 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Aveda Institute-Des Moines is $21,100
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
41% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,712 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $21,100 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $4,227 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $12,441 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $9,075 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,712 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Aveda Institute-Des Moines offers 2 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 4 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 155 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 85 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 0 | 155 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Aveda Institute-Des Moines are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 155 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 85 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 85 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 85 |
| Total | 85 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 244 students have enrolled into Aveda Institute-Des Moines. By gender, 2 male and 242 female students are attending the school.
There are 137 White (56.15%), 13 Black/African American (5.33%), 12 Hispanic (4.92%), 7 Asian (2.87%), and 87 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 244 | 2 | 242 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Black/African American | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| Hispanic | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 137 | 1 | 136 |
| Two More | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Un-Known | 74 | 1 | 73 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 6905 Mills Civic Pkwy Suite 120, West Des Moines, IA
- 513-576-9333
- School Website
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