Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis (Minneapolis)

Programs Offered

Cosmetology / Esthetics / Massage Therapy

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Programs

Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis offers the following programs:

Cosmetology / Esthetics / Massage Therapy

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Cosmetology

Program Length	1,550 hours
Average Completion	12 months
Program Tuition	$21,650

Express your creativity and talent! Our Cosmetology program and master student phase incorporate theory with extensive hands on experience to provide you with a complete understanding of beauty and wellness. The Cosmetology course includes hair cutting, color, texture services, nail care, makeup application, business development, retail knowledge and the concept of gaining and retaining clients.

Upon completion, students move on to the master student phase for intensive real-world training to hone their skills.

Esthiology

Program Length	600 hours
Average Completion	5 months
Program Tuition	$13,350

The AVEDA Institute's innovative Esthiology program offers students the opportunity to learn specialized techniques to balance and renew the skin, body and elemental nature. Hands-on clinical experience includes facials, waxing, makeup application, business development, wellness and retail knowledge. Upon graduation, participants will be prepared to take the state licensing examination, opening the door to a future as an esthetician.

Massage Therapy

Program Length	600 hours
Average Completion	5 months
Program Tuition	$10,450

Advanced Esthiology

Program Length	1,100 hours
Average Completion	N/A
Program Tuition	N/A

The AVEDA Institute's innovative Esthiology program offers students the opportunity to learn specialized techniques to balance and renew the skin, body and elemental nature. Hands-on clinical experience includes facials, waxing, makeup application, business development, wellness and retail knowledge. Upon graduation, participants will be prepared to take the state licensing examination, opening the door to a future as an esthetician.

About This School

Accreditation or State Approval

National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS)

One or more programs offered at this school is accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accredited programs qualify graduates for applicable state licensing. In addition, accredited schools typically can offer more financial aid options, including federal financial aid. Learn more about accreditation and approval.

Admissions

To apply to this school, there is a $100 application fee.

Financial Aid

37% of students received financial aid

On average, students received $5693 in financial aid.

Student Body

Gender Ratio

95% Female, 5% Male

Race / Ethnicity Ratio

60% White, 9% Hispanic / Latino, 11% African American, 4% Asian American, 1% American Indian, 0% Hawaiian / Pacific, 5% Two or More, 9% Unknown

618 students are enrolled in this school

Contact This School

400 Central Avenue Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Get In Touch

(612) 331-1400

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Page last updated: 01/24/2025