Cosmetology (1,500 Hours) is a Diploma program offered by Aveda Arts & Sciences Institutes in Dallas, TX. The program takes 50 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $20,350.
Program Overview
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Dallas provides an outstanding educational experience for students enrolled in our Cosmetology program. The program is designed to fully prepare you for a well-rounded career in beauty and wellness, providing such resources as a busy open-concept Aveda student salon floor, a photography studio, and a faculty of well-regarded industry professionals.
Most of our Cosmetology program is dedicated to haircare, but you also learn other services and skills during your training.
The standard haircare curriculum includes the following:
- Cutting
- Styling
- Coloring
- Chemical textures
- Theoretical concepts related to cutting, styling, coloring, and chemical textures
- Business skills
- Professional development and salon management
- Health, safety, and laws
The nail care curriculum focuses on the theory and application of manicuring. You also learn about health and safety, business practices and professional development, and health and safety practices related to manicuring.
The objective of this program is to prepare the students for the state licensing examination in cosmetology. The program is intended to train students to enter the workforce as an entry-level hair stylist. A student will also learn the technical, personal, and business skills to prepare for the work in a professional salon as a stylist, retail sales specialist, salon manager, or salon owner with a focus on Aveda techniques and products.
What sets this Program apart
Our approach to students and curriculum is the same: comprehensive. We emphasize technical, business, and life skills, catering to students with diverse education and career goals.
Our cutting-edge Cosmetology programs appeal to beauty professionals who want to flex their creative muscles across many different areas. Upon graduation, you’ll have learned to create classic and on-trend hair, nail, skin, and makeup looks.
Similarly, our Dallas Esthiology (esthetics) students receive exclusive training in using our Aveda products and wellness rituals—plant-powered, 100% vegan products that are beloved by clients for their natural composition and performance.
In all our programs, we include a “starter kit” of business skills—practical tips and advice that may help you run your own booth or salon once you gain traction in the industry.
Admission Requirements and Process
Students in the cosmetology program at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute – Dallas must meet these requirements:
Age: 16
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Other Requirements: Must submit a valid/unexpired photo identification with proof of age, your Social Security number, a $50 nonrefundable application fee, and proof of U.S. citizenship
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
Cosmetology (1000/1500 hours). 4-day: 30 hours per week, Monday – Thursday 9am – 5:30pm (1-hour lunch). 3-day: 30 hours per week (full-time), Thursday – Friday 9am – 8pm (1-hour lunch), Saturday 8am – 7pm (1-hour lunch).
Upcoming start dates: November 16, 2026.
- November 16th, 2026
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Tuition: $20,350. Kit fee: $3,200 (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: $23,625.
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.
Award Year 2026-27 Cost of Attendance (estimated room, transportation and personal expenses per month in the largest program): living with parent and no dependents $2,048.00; all others $4,067.00.
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 1,500 clock hours. Each of the subjects listed below will be covered in the theory and practical work.
Our skincare instruction includes training in facials, hair removal, business practices, and health/safety.
The 1,500-hour program covers the same general topics, but in more depth. There are 1,200 hours of hair care, 150 hours of manicuring, and 150 hours of instruction on caring for skin. Throughout all of these, students also are exposed to subjects such as professional development, business practices, and laws in these practice areas.
Our 1,500-hour Cosmetology students are exposed to exciting opportunities that allow them to shape their artistry. In these comprehensive programs, you’ll have extra workshops and classes on topics such as:
- How to conduct in-depth beauty consultations and retail sales
- Understanding industry pay structures and how to grow your income potential
- Editorial styling for runway shows and print publications
- More networking opportunities during Industry Days with renowned guest speakers and visiting artists
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Career Outcomes
The program is intended to train students to enter the workforce as an entry-level hair stylist, with the technical, personal, and business skills to work in a professional salon as a stylist, retail sales specialist, salon manager, or salon owner.
Graduation, placement and licensure (2024 Annual Report to NACCAS, as published in the 2026-27 catalog — Dallas, Cosmetology 1500): graduation 73.03%, placement 76.54%, 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
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Dallas is in The Shops at Park Lane, an upscale shopping center on the east corner of 75th Central and Park Lane.
Our campus’ salon and spa clinic space is spacious and inviting, from the dramatic lofted ceilings above the stylist stations to the warm, soothing lighting where clients can receive nail services. The environment is geared for student learning as well as mimicking a true boutique salon feel for real-world training.
Our Dallas campus’s location offers easy access to the surrounding cafes and restaurants, grocery stores, and clothing outlets. Weather permitting, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy breaks outside! You can grab Starbucks on your way to class, since it’s just a block north of campus. After class, you can swing by Whole Foods for groceries since we’re nestled just beneath the store. For wellness fanatics, you can strengthen your core in the nearby pilates studio, stock up on functional smoothies at I Love Juice Bar, or give your body a tune-up at the wellness medspa.
Aveda Arts Dallas features a bustling salon floor and stylish, all-natural ambiance. Students enjoy hands-on, fast-paced cosmetology and esthiology programs, complete with a full stage and photography studio for showcasing their work. If you’re looking to start a beauty career, the Dallas campus provides real-world skills and exceptional training opportunities.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
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).
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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