C+

Above Average

Score: 55/100

Aveda Institute-Des Moines

2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 West Des Moines, Iowa 50266

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 97%

Outcomes

85/100

Affordability

37/100

Resources

C+

56/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

37/100

Quick Stats

179

Total Enrollment

97%

Graduation Rate

83%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Aveda Institute-Des Moines Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $337,653
Avg rent near campus: $1,373/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 50263 (3.6% cap, Waukee)

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🏆 Where Aveda Institute-Des Moines Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#22

Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

88%

Receive Any Aid

38%

Receive Pell Grants

69%

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 85 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 70 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Aveda Institute-Des Moines'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

Student Demographics

179

Total Students

99%

Women

84%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 41%

Hispanic 5%

Black 2%

Asian 2%

Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 84%

25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Aveda Institute-Des Moines?

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 Aveda Institute-Des Moines?

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

What is the graduation rate at Aveda Institute-Des Moines?

The graduation rate at Aveda Institute-Des Moines is 97%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Aveda Institute-Des Moines a good school?

Aveda Institute-Des Moines has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

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

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

How many students attend Aveda Institute-Des Moines?

Aveda Institute-Des Moines has a total enrollment of 179 students. Most students (84%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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