Esthiology (750 Hours) is a Diploma program offered by Aveda Arts & Sciences Institutes in Austin, TX. The program takes 25 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $11,800.
Program Overview
At Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Austin, we offer an exciting, creative Esthiology (esthetics) program for all you aspiring skincare specialists. Our Esthiology program students excel in a wide variety of beauty treatments and techniques, including facials, waxing services, and makeup artistry—so whatever it is you love about skincare and skin health, you’re sure to find it here at our Austin campus!
As an Aveda educational institution, we’re committed to a natural skincare approach. Our students learn how to use pure plant and flower essences in their treatments, then gain core knowledge of Aveda products, spa techniques, and everything else needed to pass the state licensing exam—and beyond.
The program is divided into two phases, with theory classes and clinical training. The classroom-based intro section covers the fundamentals of skincare, including sanitation, skin diseases and disorders, and nutrition. Then, it’s time to start the practical portion, where the fun really begins!
You’ll dive hands-on into topics like facial massage techniques, hair removal, aromatherapy, and makeup application. Practical training is a core part of our curriculum, so we make sure that you get to spend as much time as possible working with real clients with the support and supervision of licensed estheticians. You’ll also get an extra boost from learning to use the campus’s on-site HydraFacial machines—giving you an extra service you are trained to provide as a full-fledged esthetician.
The curriculum provides skin care training with an emphasis on using pure plant and plant essences in treatment. The objective of this program is to prepare students for the state licensing examination in esthetics. Upon completion, students will have the skills to seek employment as a skin care specialist with the knowledge of Aveda products and spa techniques.
What sets this Program apart
The Aveda Arts & Sciences campus in Austin, Texas boasts a large, student-centered facility comfortably catering to both cosmetology and esthiology (esthetics) programs. Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Austin has five theory classrooms, 10 spa rooms, and an open-floor-plan clinic where students can practice mastering their craft in a setting that mimics a true salon.
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Austin has your back when it comes to placing you in jobs. We connect students to the beauty industry with twice-yearly career fairs. Our Austin staff strives to teach our students not only beauty techniques but also how to market yourself to establish and grow your future business. You may even participate in social media contests and backstage at fashion shows to learn how to brand yourself.
Aveda Arts Austin provides beauty education with a 96.7% licensure pass rate and a 100% state board pass rate among esthetics students.*
Admission Requirements and Process
To enroll in the esthiology program here at our Austin campus, you must meet the following requirements:
Age: 16 years old (17 years to take licensing exams)
Education: High school diploma (or equivalent)
Other Requirements: Submit an application, pay a $50 non-refundable application fee and a $25 State Board registration fee, submit a government-issued ID with proof of age and photo, and social security card. You must also schedule an interview with an Admissions Manager
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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute is committed to ensuring a safe educational environment and reserves the right to deny admission to applicants with a criminal record. Transfer hours are only accepted from schools within the Aveda Institute network.
General Requirements
- Application and feeComplete the Application for Admission and submit it to the Admissions office along with the $50 non-refundable application fee.
- Interview and tourSchedule an informational interview and tour the school with an Admissions Manager.
- Letters of recommendation and intentSubmit a letter of recommendation and a letter of intent.
- Proof of educationSubmit valid proof of education, such as a high school diploma, a transcript showing high school completion, a GED or state equivalency certificate; ability-to-benefit students…
- Photo ID and ageSubmit valid, unexpired photo identification with proof of age; students must be at least 16 years old to enroll and 17 to sit for the licensing examination.
- Citizenship or lawful statusSubmit valid, unexpired proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful status with eligibility to attend postsecondary school.
- Social Security cardSubmit your social security card.
- Kit paymentPersonal-pay students must pay the kit fee by the registration deadline; financial-aid-eligible students may roll the kit fee into financial aid.
Application Process
- 1Request informationThe best way to get started is to request information from your chosen campus; the admissions team will walk you through the process.
- 2Interview and tourSchedule an informational interview and tour the school with an Admissions Manager.
- 3ApplyComplete the Application for Admission and submit it with the $50 nonrefundable application fee; you can apply in person or online.
- 4Submit your documentsSubmit a letter of recommendation and letter of intent, proof of education, photo identification with proof of age, proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful status, and your social security card.
- 5Complete your financial planBefore enrolling, complete a financial plan with your campus financial aid manager; the first step is to complete the FAFSA (school code 026009).
- 6Pay kit and registration feesPersonal-pay students pay the kit fee with the enrollment agreement by the registration deadline, along with the $25 State Board registration fee (money order).
Program Schedule
Esthiology: 30 hours per week, Tuesday & Thursday 9am – 8pm (1-hour lunch) and Saturday 8am – 7pm (1-hour lunch).
Upcoming start dates: November 16, 2026.
- November 16th, 2026
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Tuition: $11,800. Kit fee: $2,300 (kit fees are mandatory and may not be pro-rated; students may not opt out of kit fees). Application fee: $50 (nonrefundable; not eligible for VA funding). State Board registration fee: $25 (payable by money order, due with the enrollment agreement).
Total of listed charges: $14,175.
Required textbooks are included in the kit cost, but students can choose to purchase their textbooks from another source, in which case the kit fee is reduced by the applicable cost.
Payment plans: students can pay in installments through an interest-free monthly payment plan; no interest is charged if the total is paid off before graduation.
Financial aid is available for those students that meet the necessary requirements. Aveda Arts & Sciences Institutes participate in the Pell Grant Program and the Federal Direct Loan Program. Complete the FAFSA at fafsa.gov using federal school code 026009.
Veterans’ benefits are not available in all institute locations, and only to those who qualify.
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute graduates who enroll in another program receive a 15% discount off the published tuition rate.
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Curriculum
The course of study is comprised of 750 clock hours. Each of the subjects listed below will be covered in the theory and practical work.
Beyond the classroom, our students participate in social media contests, fashion shows, and exciting volunteer opportunities, including during Pride. We also host twice-yearly career fairs, so you can connect with the job market before graduation and get a head start into the industry.
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Career Outcomes
Upon completion, students will have the skills to seek employment as a skin care specialist; job opportunities are available in the salon, medical and retail industries as Esthetician and Makeup Artist.
Graduation, placement and licensure (2024 Annual Report to NACCAS, as published in the 2026-27 catalog — Austin, Esthiology): graduation 88.30%, placement 58.62%, licensure 100.00%.
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institutes do not guarantee employment to students; however, the schools assist students in finding employment, hold annual job fairs, and can assist with out-of-state placement subject to licensing transfer.
What to expect as a Aveda Arts & Sciences Institutes student
The Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Austin campus is centrally located in Highland, close to popular Austin neighborhoods like North Loop, Brentwood, Windsor Park, and Hancock in Texas. Our newer multi-level green facility captures our students’ creative energy. In this serene, light-filled environment, you can gain confidence in your new skills from hands-on practice both in the classroom and on the student clinic floor.
Our campus is near the kind of independent businesses that give Austin, TX its character. Grab your morning joe at Kick Butt Coffee before class or take a bubble tea break with classmates at Feng Cha.
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Austin is accessible for commuters and locals alike. The school is located just off the intersection of I-35 and 290, with a large parking lot. The campus is also near local bus stops and within walking distance of the Highland CapMetro station. Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Austin is a convenient hub for everyday needs, with three banks, several ATMs, and two grocery stores nearby.
Austin, Texas, celebrated for its vibrant music scene and the SXSW festival, is a prime destination for young talent, reflected in the energy of Aveda Arts, one of the best beauty schools in the city. Students enjoy a creative and individualized approach, allowing them to customize their paths in Cosmetology or Esthiology.
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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS), recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
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