Average

Score: 45/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

Aveda Institute Montana

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Billings, Montana 59102

🌐 https://www.avedainstitutemontana.com/

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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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 65%

Outcomes

C+

62/100

Affordability

44/100

Resources

40/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

25/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

65%

Graduation Rate

80%

Retention Rate

25.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Aveda Institute Montana, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

83.3%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

38.4%

Students receiving Pell grants

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

For parents & investors

The Aveda Institute Montana Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $388,202
Avg rent near campus: $1,432/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 59102 (2.9% cap, Billings)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

11%

Receive Any Aid

Receive Pell Grants

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 20 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 3 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Aveda Institute Montana's top programs commonly pursue.

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 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

Total Students

94%

Women

74%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 79%

Asian 6%

Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 74%

25-64 (Adult) 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Aveda Institute Montana?

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 Montana?

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

What is the graduation rate at Aveda Institute Montana?

The graduation rate at Aveda Institute Montana is 65%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Aveda Institute Montana a good school?

Aveda Institute Montana has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

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

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

How many students attend Aveda Institute Montana?

Aveda Institute Montana has a total enrollment of 34 students. Most students (74%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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