The Institute of Beauty and Wellness
The Institute of Beauty and Wellness is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Milwaukee, WI. It offers 6 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. (1/1/2003 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at The Institute of Beauty and Wellness is Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $11,498. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist programs ($9,978). The length of the program is 600 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 5 months.
The following table shows the 5 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at The Institute of Beauty and Wellness.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $11,498 | $1,500 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $9,978 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $22,810 | $2,500 | 1,600 Hours | 12 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $13,175 | $1,300 | 750 Hours | 5 Months | $12,154 |
| 4 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $3,200 | $1,000 | 300 Hours | 3 Months | $5,356 |
| 5 | Ayurvedic Medicine/Ayurveda | $14,560 | $1,300 | 1,000 Hours | 10 Months | $13,425 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 186 students attended The Institute of Beauty and Wellness in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 12 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 5 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 9 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 25 (full-time) and 9 (part-time).
The graduation rate of The Institute of Beauty and Wellness is 90% and the retention rate is 93% at the school.
| Student Population | 186 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 90% |
| Number of Faculty | 17 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 9 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of The Institute of Beauty and Wellness is $11,498
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
54% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,809 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $11,498 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,500 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $7,448 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $2,493 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,809 |
Offered Certificate Programs
The Institute of Beauty and Wellness offers 6 career programs for 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, 181 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 3 | 0 | 125 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 181 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at The Institute of Beauty and Wellness are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 181 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 125 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 56 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 101 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 84 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 17 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 24 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 24 |
| Total | 125 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 54 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 45 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 9 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 2 completers |
| Ayurvedic Medicine/Ayurveda | ✕ | 2 |
| Total | 56 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 186 students have enrolled into The Institute of Beauty and Wellness. By gender, 7 male and 179 female students are attending the school.
There are 90 White (48.39%), 32 Black/African American (17.20%), 41 Hispanic (22.04%), 11 Asian (5.91%), and 52 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 186 | 7 | 179 |
| American Indian/Native American | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Asian | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Black/African American | 32 | 1 | 31 |
| Hispanic | 41 | 1 | 40 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| White | 90 | 4 | 86 |
| Two More | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Un-Known | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 327 East Saint Paul Avenue, Milwaukee, WI
- 414-227-2889
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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