Student Outcomes & Career Success

Student outcomes provide information about graduation, licensure, and employment results for students enrolled at Aveda Institute Portland. Reviewing these outcomes can help prospective students evaluate program performance, compare schools, and make informed enrollment decisions.

Aveda Institute Portland publishes student outcome information annually in accordance with reporting requirements. Outcome data includes graduation rates, licensure rates, and employment or placement rates for eligible graduates.

Portland Catalog | Vancouver Catalog

 

What Are Student Outcomes?

Student outcomes are measurable indicators used to evaluate educational effectiveness and graduate success. The most commonly reported student outcomes include:

  • Graduation rates
  • Licensure examination rates
  • Employment or placement rates

These metrics help answer three key questions:

  • How many students complete their program?
  • How many graduates become licensed?
  • How many graduates obtain employment in their field?

Student outcomes should be considered alongside program curriculum, accreditation, training opportunities, tuition costs, and career support services when evaluating a beauty school.

 

Graduation, Licensure & Placement Outcomes*

Aveda Institute Portland is proud of our track record in preparing our students for State Board examinations and assisting them in employment. Aveda Institute Portland is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences  (NACCAS) and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If you have any questions regarding our outcome rates, please don't hesitate to contact our admissions team for assistance.

On-time completion is defined by the U.S. Department of Education as anyone who graduates within the normal completion time. When a student completes their graduation requirements, including all theory and practical assignments, and the required number of clock hours without missing any time, that student is considered to have graduated on time. If a student misses any time for any reason, such as family responsibilities, day care issues, and other life events, they are not considered an on-time graduate. Please note that our graduation rates that are provided in the school catalog are based on how many students started the program and how many completed within the reporting period.

Graduation:

Based on all students scheduled to graduate from the program in 2024. The scheduled graduation date is a student’s most recent contract end date (i.e., the contract end date after all leaves of absence, schedule changes and re-enrollments have been accounted for). A student may count as a graduate if they have completed all applicable graduation requirements at the institution.

Licensure:

Based on graduates from the graduation cohort who sat for all parts of their required licensure exam prior to November 30, 2025. A student in the licensure cohort may count as a “pass” if they pass all required portions of the examination prior to November 30, 2025.

Placement:

Based on graduates from the graduation cohort who are eligible for placement. A student may count as placed if they are employed in a field for which their training prepared them prior to November 30, 2025. Students may be excluded from the calculation if they fall into one of the categories listed. In 2024, the school excluded the following number of students based on each of the following categories:

  • The graduate is deceased 0
  • The graduate is permanently disabled 0
  • The graduate is deployed for military service/duty 0
  • The graduate studied under a student visa and is ineligible for employment in the U.S. 0
  • The graduate continued his/her education at an institution under the same ownership (e.g., a graduate of your cosmetology program subsequently enrolled in the instructor program of an institution under the same ownership) 0
  • Total Excluded 0

2024 NACCAS Disclosed Outcomes

 

All Programs*

Portland Campus
Graduation 87.87% 82.66%
Licensure 89.56% 93.52%**
Placement 81.17% 80.43%

*The numbers for “All Programs” are reflective of all programs at both the Aveda Institute Portland and Aveda Institute Portland Vancouver Campus.

**Licensure for the Oregon Cosmetology/Cosmetology DE program is broken into 4 different exam areas as follows:

Hair Design 92.59% Nail Technology 100%
Esthiology 100% Oregon Law 100%

2023 NACCAS Disclosed Outcomes

 

All Programs*

Portland Campus
Graduation 90.19% 85.85%
Licensure 88.44% 89.08%**
Placement 72.86% 71.43%

*The numbers for “All Programs” are reflective of all programs at both the Aveda Institute Portland and Aveda Institute Portland Vancouver Campus.

**Licensure for the Oregon Cosmetology/Cosmetology DE program is broken into 4 different exam areas as follows:

Hair Design 94.74% Nail Technology 69.23%
Esthiology 90.00% Oregon Law 195.65%

 

Career Support vs. Outcomes

Career support refers to services available to students during training, including recruiting events and employer connections. Student outcomes measure results after graduation, including licensure and employment rates.

What Career Support Services Does Aveda Institute Portland offer?

Aveda Institute Portland provides career support services designed to help students explore employment opportunities and connect with beauty industry employers throughout Oregon and Washington.

Career support opportunities may include:​​

  • Career fairs held throughout the year
  • Networking with local salons and spas
  • Employer presentations and recruiting events
  • Employment opportunity postings

Explore Career Support Services & Employer Connections

Is Aveda Institute Portland accredited?

Aveda Institute Portland is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) and is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation helps ensure educational quality and provides accountability through reporting of graduation, licensure, and placement outcomes.

Additional Consumer Information

Graduation, licensure, and placement outcomes are published in the Aveda Institute Portland catalog and consumer information disclosures. Additional institutional performance data may also be available through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

 

 

Who Should I Contact About Admissions?

For questions about enrollment, program details, start dates, or student outcomes, contact the Aveda Institute Portland Admissions team. Admissions advisors can provide guidance on programs, requirements, and the enrollment process.

Contact Shayla Patterson, Admissions:

 

 

Student Outcomes FAQ: Graduation, Licensure, Placement & Career Results

Find answers to common questions about Aveda Institute Portland student outcomes, including graduation rates, licensure exam results, employment and placement data, accreditation, and career support services. Learn how outcomes are measured and where official statistics are published.

What are student outcomes at Aveda Institute Portland?

Student outcomes refer to graduation, licensure, and employment results that show how students perform after enrolling in a program.

What do graduation rates measure?

Graduation rates measure the percentage of students who complete their program within the defined reporting period. Graduation rates are published in the Aveda Institute Portland catalog and consumer information disclosures.

What do licensure rates measure?

Licensure rates measure the percentage of graduates who pass required state board examinations and become eligible for professional practice. 

What do placement rates measure?

Placement rates measure the percentage of eligible graduates who obtain employment in the beauty and wellness industry after graduation.

Where are student outcome statistics published?

Student outcome data is published in the Aveda Institute Portland catalog and consumer information disclosures. Additional institutional data may also be available through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What jobs can graduates get after completing their program?

Graduates may work in salons, spas, med spas, wellness centers, resorts, or pursue independent and freelance beauty careers.

Is Aveda Institute Portland accredited?

Yes. Aveda Institute Portland is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS) and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Where can I find career support information?

Career support information is available on the Career Opportunities page and includes recruiting events, employer connections, and job placement resources.