Below Average

Score: 44/100

Avalon Institute-Mesa

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Mesa, Arizona 85210

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 80%

Outcomes

72/100

Affordability

43/100

Resources

38/100

Experience

18/100

Prestige

33/100

Quick Stats

388

Total Enrollment

80%

Graduation Rate

89%

Retention Rate

26.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Avalon Institute-Mesa Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $364,333
Avg rent near campus: $1,437/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 85281 (3.3% cap, Tempe)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

78%

Receive Any Aid

58%

Receive Pell Grants

68%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 181 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 111 grads/yr Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor 8 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Avalon Institute-Mesa's top programs commonly pursue.

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Student Demographics

388

Total Students

97%

Women

65%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 40%

Hispanic 37%

Black 11%

Asian 2%

Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 65%

25-64 (Adult) 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Avalon Institute-Mesa?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend Avalon Institute-Mesa?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Avalon Institute-Mesa?

The graduation rate at Avalon Institute-Mesa is 80%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Avalon Institute-Mesa a good school?

Avalon Institute-Mesa has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Avalon Institute-Mesa?

Avalon Institute-Mesa has a total enrollment of 388 students.

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