Esthetician (750 Hours) is a Diploma program offered by Aveda Arts & Sciences Institutes in San Antonio, TX. The program takes 25 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $12,050.
Program Overview
The Esthetician program at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute San Antonio covers everything you need to know to kickstart a vibrant and exciting skincare career.
Our San Antonio esthetics students converge on our upscale institute in Big Springs, diving into everything from facials, makeup, and massage techniques to aromatherapy, color psychology, hair removal, and more—all while utilizing our trademark Aveda pure plant essences and wellness rituals.
Learn how our San Antonio campus’s Esthetician program equips you with the versatile skills you need to launch this rewarding profession.
To train students for the constantly evolving field of esthetics, we ensure that theory and fundamentals are taught well so that future skincare professionals can build upon this foundation. Our popular Esthetician program’s emphasis on holistic and natural rejuvenation of the skin using 100% vegan Aveda products sets us apart from other, traditional esthetician schools.
We combine classroom theory with hands-on salon experience and clinical study. Training hours are split between several subjects, starting with physiology and anatomy, nutrition, and chemistry, then diving into techniques such as cleansing, facials, masks, massage, hair removal, aromatherapy, and makeup application.
We round things off with classes in business development, retail knowledge, and the art of gaining and retaining clients.
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 San Antonio campus emphasizes practical, real-world experience. Our training programs in cosmetology and esthetics include classroom learning and hands-on instruction. Students are given extensive opportunities to practice their skills with real clients in the campus salon and spa in the supportive presence of our capable instructors. Beauty programs also include in-depth training in business development, retail sales, growing and maintaining clientele, and other skills essential to long-term career success.
All our students benefit from training with the Aveda line of pure flower, plant-based, high-performance hair and skincare products that are respected worldwide. You also gain access to a global network of thousands of Aveda salons and spas.
Area students also may appreciate knowing that Aveda Arts & Sciences – San Antonio accepts students with diplomas from SA Leadership Academy and Victory Learning Center.
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute San Antonio combines industry-focused education with proven results, including strong graduation rates (84.2%) and a 100% state board licensure pass rate.*
Admission Requirements and Process
To enroll in the Esthetician program at our San Antonio campus, you must meet the following requirements:
Age: 16 years (note – you must be 17 years old to sit licensing exams)
Education: High school diploma (or equivalent). Unlike other local beauty schools, we’re proud to accept high school diplomas from the SA Leadership Academy and the Victory Learning Center.
Other Requirements: Submit an application, pay a $50 non-refundable application fee, submit a government-issued ID with proof of age and photo, and a social security card. You must also schedule an interview with our Admissions team.
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 041423).
- 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: 4-day, 30 hours per week, Wednesday – Saturday 9am – 5:30pm (1-hour lunch).
Upcoming start dates: December 7, 2026.
- December 07th, 2026
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Tuition: $12,050. Kit fee: $2,100 (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: $14,225.
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 041423.
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.
Students have plenty of opportunities to practice their esthetics skills in our onsite clinic, where they work with clients to build confidence and understand the business in a real-world spa environment. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to take part in exciting extracurricular events, including fashion shows, charity fundraisers, and more.
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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 — San Antonio, Esthiology): graduation 94.05%, placement 57.89%, licensure 100%.
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
Situated in a shopping center in the master-planned district of Stone Oak, the San Antonio campus is a conveniently short commute from most locations in the San Antonio area, thanks to its proximity to Interstates 35, 10, and 410 and Route 281. Most of our students drive to class, enjoying the ease of free parking outside our door.
If you’re familiar with this area, you know Stone Oak is home to everything you may need, from banks, healthcare facilities, and grocery stores to The Home Depot and Walgreens. Between and after classes, students often take advantage of LA Fitness right next door, as well as dining options such as Whataburger and Chick-fil-A and a coffee shop, Summer Moon Coffee. Students with children appreciate that we are located across the street from Country Kids Academy, a daycare facility.
Aveda Arts San Antonio, was founded to train future entrepreneurs in hairdressing and esthetics. With a hands-on curriculum covering hair, skin, makeup, and retail, students gain hands-on experience under the guidance of licensed instructors. Offering fast-paced programs in cosmetology and esthiology, we provide the real-world skills needed to set you up for success.
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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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