Trade and career programs at Aveda Institute-Tampa Bay
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 557 | $26,605 | $30,853 | $6,333 |
| Massage therapy | Certificate | 62 | $23,734 | $23,338 | $7,489 |
Aveda Institute-Tampa Bay cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $9,900 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $29,000 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $26,344 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $26,128 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $26,502 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $27,717 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $29,000 |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 72% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 83% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $34,393 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $6,333 in federal student loans.
- 58% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Aveda Institute-Tampa Bay cost?
Tuition and fees are $9,900 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $26,344 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Aveda Institute-Tampa Bay?
72% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do Aveda Institute-Tampa Bay graduates earn?
Cosmetology and barbering certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $26,605 one year after finishing.
Is Aveda Institute-Tampa Bay accredited?
Aveda Institute-Tampa Bay is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- National Aviation Academy of Tampa Bay, Clearwater: $41,500 a year
- Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater, Clearwater: $6,089 a year
- Miami Dade College, Miami: $2,838 a year
- Valencia College, Orlando: $2,664 a year
- Hillsborough College, Tampa: $2,506 a year
- Seminole State College of Florida, Sanford: $3,122 a year
More: all trade schools in Florida · Aveda Institute-Tampa Bay on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.