Cosmetology at Aveda Institute-Provo

Aveda Institute-Provo's cosmetology program lands in an awkward middle ground for Utah students. While graduates earn more than the national average ($19,530 versus $17,113 nationally), they're trailing the Utah median of $20,460—meaning there are better-performing programs right in their backyard. The top five Utah cosmetology programs produce graduates earning $22,885 to $27,296, suggesting Aveda Institute-Provo's outcomes lag behind what's possible in the state by $3,000-$8,000 annually.

The financial structure isn't unreasonable: $10,555 in debt takes about half a year's earnings to repay, which is manageable for a certificate program. Earnings do grow 12% over four years to $21,781, though that still leaves graduates below where peers at stronger Utah programs start. With 39% of students receiving Pell grants, many here are investing limited resources into a credential that doesn't maximize their local market potential.

If cosmetology is the goal, compare this program directly to higher-earning Utah alternatives before committing. The difference between Aveda Institute-Provo and top Utah schools compounds over a career—that $5,000+ annual gap adds up to substantial lost income over a decade in the field.