D
Below Average
Score: 44/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
52/100 · earnings-weighted

Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Seattle, Washington 98122
ℹ️
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: 50%
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
D
35/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
21/100

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
50%
Graduation Rate
100%
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 Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$32,491
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$35,333
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,773
Median debt at graduation
66.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
17.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 24% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 41st percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (WA wage index 1.18). This drives the Outcome Rating.

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 Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle

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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$21,785$43,507+65%#1 of 1025#9$7,673

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 Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $821,024
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,086/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98121 (3.9% cap, Seattle)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
89%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

157
Total Students
96%
Women
60%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Hispanic 11%
Black 8%
Asian 10%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 60%
25-64 (Adult) 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle?
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 Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle?
The graduation rate at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle a good school?
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): 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 (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 Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle?
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Seattle has a total enrollment of 157 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology