O'Briens Aveda Institute
O'Briens Aveda Institute is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Williston, VT. It offers 5 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. (7/1/1966 - 5/23/2017[Estimated Date]).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at O'Briens Aveda Institute is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $17,000. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,000 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 11 months.
The following table shows the 5 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at O'Briens Aveda Institute.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $17,000 | $3,900 | 1,000 Hours | 11 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $9,500 | $3,100 | 500 Hours | 5 Months | $9,978 |
| 3 | Barbering/Barber | $13,500 | $3,550 | 750 Hours | 8 Months | $14,546 |
| 4 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $4,500 | $1,725 | 250 Hours | 4 Months | $5,356 |
| 5 | Barbering/Barber | $2,700 | $1,000 | 150 Hours | 2 Months | $14,546 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 80 students attended O'Briens Aveda Institute in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 5 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 1 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 8 (full-time) and 1 (part-time).
The graduation rate of O'Briens Aveda Institute is 67% and the retention rate is 88% at the school.
| Student Population | 80 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 67% |
| Number of Faculty | 6 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of O'Briens Aveda Institute is $17,000
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
51% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,253 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $17,000 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $3,900 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $21,483 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $7,266 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,253 |
Offered Certificate Programs
O'Briens Aveda Institute offers 5 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 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, 105 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 2 | 0 | 27 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 40 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 38 |
| Total | 5 | 0 | 105 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at O'Briens Aveda Institute are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 105 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 27 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 40 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 38 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 27 completers |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 10 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 17 |
| Total | 27 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 40 completers |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 5 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 35 |
| Total | 40 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 38 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 38 |
| Total | 38 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 80 students have enrolled into O'Briens Aveda Institute. By gender, 8 male and 72 female students are attending the school.
There are 67 White (83.75%), 4 Black/African American (5.00%), 1 Hispanic (1.25%), 4 Asian (5.00%), and 4 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 80 | 8 | 72 |
| American Indian/Native American | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Asian | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Black/African American | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Hispanic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| White | 67 | 5 | 62 |
| Two More | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Un-Known | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 400 Cornerstone Dr 220, Williston, VT
- 802-876-7044
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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