Cosmetology at Aveda Institute-Provo

Provo, UT · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a compact campus enrolling 142 students in Provo, UT.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $19,530/yr, edging above the $17,289 national average for Cosmetology — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand for this trade.

AI risk is moderate — 24% task exposure — and the 32% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Cosmetology graduates.

At $8,166 in median debt against $19,530 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance quickly — a hallmark of affordable trade programs.

Ranked #465 out of 1,095 programs, Aveda Institute-Provo's Cosmetology offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

The five-year earnings trajectory from $19,530 to $27,954 shows 43% 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
40
Low End
43
Score
44
High End
Earnings $19,530/yr (13% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$302K
9.4% 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
$8,166
5.0 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$27,954
43% 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 43/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Cosmetology at Aveda Institute-Provo?
This program scores 43/100 — on the lower end for Cosmetology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Cosmetology graduates?
The DOL recognizes 5 apprenticeship pathways related to Cosmetology. For students weighing Aveda Institute-Provo's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
How could AI change the job market for Cosmetology graduates?
The 32% scenario spread reflects genuine uncertainty. Some career paths within Cosmetology are more exposed than others — the aggregate score blends resistant and vulnerable roles.
How many job openings are there for Cosmetology graduates?
Job availability for Cosmetology is strong — 145,700 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Aveda Institute-Provo graduates specifically, local market conditions in UT may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →