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Aveda Institute-Des Moines

West Des Moines, IA 2 year Private
Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Differs by program
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 15 to 1
Students retention rate 86%
On-time graduation rate 80%

Located in West Des Moines, Iowa, Aveda Institute-Des Moines is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees.

One of the notable aspects of Aveda Institute-Des Moines is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Aveda Institute-Des Moines is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

Aveda Institute-Des Moines boasts an impressive student retention rate of 86% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 86% and 67%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences
The most popular programs at Aveda Institute-Des Moines are Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist, Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist

Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 94 of freshman students at Aveda Institute-Des Moines received on average $2,388 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$2,388
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 36 40% $4,901 $176,427
Other Federal Grant 36 40% $4,901 $176,427
State Grant/Scholarships 11 12% $1,543 $16,977
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 37 42% $195 $7,200
Total Grant & Scholarships 84 94% $2,388 $200,604

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Aveda Institute-Des Moines students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Aveda Institute-Des Moines students is 80.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 81.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 66.7%.

80.3%

  • white 80.4% 45 students
  • hispanic 85.7% 6 students

Service Offerings

Aveda Institute-Des Moines provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Aveda Institute-Des Moines offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational