Cosmetology at Aveda Institute-Fort Myers

Fort Myers, FL · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

with a smaller student body of 246 in Fort Myers, FL.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $18,752 at Aveda Institute-Fort Myers come in 8% above the national median of $17,289 for Cosmetology programs.

AI risk is moderate — 24% task exposure — and the 18% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Cosmetology graduates.

With first-year pay of $18,752 far exceeding the $9,105 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Ranked #416 out of 1,095 programs, Aveda Institute-Fort Myers's Cosmetology offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

The five-year earnings trajectory from $18,752 to $23,160 shows 24% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.

With 5 registered apprenticeships mapped to Cosmetology, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

43 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
39
Low End
43
Score
44
High End
Earnings $18,752/yr (8% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$241K
5.4% 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
$9,105
5.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$23,160
24% 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

See the full career breakdown for Cosmetology — job titles, salary ranges, and growth projections for graduates from Aveda Institute-Fort Myers and 1094 other schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Cosmetology at Aveda Institute-Fort Myers?
This program scores 43/100 — on the lower end for Cosmetology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Can I learn Cosmetology through an apprenticeship instead of Aveda Institute-Fort Myers?
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 Institute-Fort Myers.
How many job openings are there for Cosmetology graduates?
At 145,700 annual openings, Cosmetology has a very large employment base. Aveda Institute-Fort Myers graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →