Average

Score: 52/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

Aveda Institute-New Mexico

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87104

🌐 www.avedanm.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 (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 83%

Outcomes

B+

76/100

Affordability

46/100

Resources

48/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

33/100

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

157

Total Enrollment

83%

Graduation Rate

97%

Retention Rate

20.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$19,605

Median earnings 6 yrs after entry

$7,000

Median debt at graduation

87.9%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

49.8%

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.

Earnings by Major at Aveda Institute-New Mexico

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major	1 yr after	4 yrs after	vs. national	Rank (pay)	Rank (wage-adj.)	Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services	$18,842	$28,153	+7%	#368 of 1025	#162	$8,028

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Aveda Institute-New Mexico Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $357,593
Avg rent near campus: $1,508/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 87113 (3.7% cap, Albuquerque)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

73%

Receive Any Aid

60%

Receive Pell Grants

58%

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 53 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 37 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Aveda Institute-New Mexico'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

157

Total Students

94%

Women

66%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 25%

Hispanic 62%

Black 6%

Asian 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 66%

25-64 (Adult) 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Aveda Institute-New Mexico?

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-New Mexico?

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

What is the graduation rate at Aveda Institute-New Mexico?

The graduation rate at Aveda Institute-New Mexico is 83%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Aveda Institute-New Mexico a good school?

Aveda Institute-New Mexico has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): 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 vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Aveda Institute-New Mexico?

Aveda Institute-New Mexico has a total enrollment of 157 students.

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