Average

Score: 50/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

O'Briens Aveda Institute

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Williston, Vermont 05495

🌐 www.obriensavedainstitute.org/

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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: 69%

Outcomes

68/100

Affordability

46/100

Resources

C+

55/100

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

69%

Graduation Rate

95%

Retention Rate

16.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$6,333

Median debt at graduation

66.7%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

33.9%

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 O'Briens Aveda Institute

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	$23,620	$31,291	+19%	#186 of 1025	#183	$8,379

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 O'Briens Aveda Institute Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $594,174
Avg rent near campus: $2,706/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 05408 (4.3% cap, Burlington)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

53%

Receive Any Aid

32%

Receive Pell Grants

29%

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 38 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 35 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 17 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from O'Briens Aveda Institute'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

96%

Women

59%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 94%

Hispanic 1%

Black 1%

Asian 1%

Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 59%

25-64 (Adult) 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at O'Briens Aveda Institute?

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 O'Briens Aveda Institute?

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

What is the graduation rate at O'Briens Aveda Institute?

The graduation rate at O'Briens Aveda Institute is 69%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is O'Briens Aveda Institute a good school?

O'Briens Aveda Institute has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (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 (F): Reputation and recognition

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

How many students attend O'Briens Aveda Institute?

O'Briens Aveda Institute has a total enrollment of 85 students.

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