Cosmetology at Aveda Fredric's Institute-Cincinnati

West Chester, OH · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a smaller institution with 482 students in West Chester, OH.

Program Analysis

Graduates of Aveda Fredric's Institute-Cincinnati's Cosmetology program earn $22,160/yr in their first year — 28% above the $17,289 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.

Some AI exposure exists in Cosmetology's career paths, with 24% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 28% gap from the optimistic case.

At $9,823 in median debt against $22,160 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance quickly — a hallmark of affordable trade programs.

At #165 of 1,095 nationally, this is a top-5% Cosmetology program. Financial outcomes consistently outperform the vast majority of peers.

Earnings grow from $22,160 to $30,177 over five years — a 36% increase that's moderate and in line with typical trade career progression.

Cosmetology offers 5 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

45 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
41
Low End
45
Score
45
High End
Earnings $22,160/yr (28% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$321K
8.0% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$9,823
5.3 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$30,177
36% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Cosmetology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Personal service managers, all other $61,340 +6.5% 48%
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance $50,280 +8.1% 66%
First-line supervisors of personal service workers $47,080 +6.7% 59%
Personal service managers, all other
$61,340
+6.5% growth 48% AI-proof
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50,280
+8.1% growth 66% AI-proof
First-line supervisors of personal service workers
$47,080
+6.7% growth 59% AI-proof

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Cosmetology Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Cosmetology careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering personal services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Aveda Fredric's Institute-Cincinnati's Cosmetology program score?
A score of 45/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Cosmetology. Earnings, ROI, or job market factors are pulling the score down.
Why does Aveda Fredric's Institute-Cincinnati rank so high for Cosmetology?
The #165 ranking out of 1,095 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable, and the job market supports this trade.
Can I learn Cosmetology through an apprenticeship instead of Aveda Fredric's Institute-Cincinnati?
Yes — 5 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Cosmetology career paths, including Barber. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Aveda Fredric's Institute-Cincinnati.
Is there demand for Cosmetology workers?
The career paths mapped to Cosmetology have roughly 145,700 combined annual openings nationally, making this a very large job market. Demand is driven by consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →