Get Started
Are you ready to begin?
How to start your new career:
First, you'll need to schedule a Tour and a one-on-one interview with an Admissions Team Member.
Don't be nervous, this is fun, easy and doesn't require any commitment. Bring a friend or parent with you to tour the institute and hear about all the amazing programs and benefits Aveda Institute has to offer. We'll sit down with you and talk about your dreams, goals, passions, skills and why you think Aveda is the right place for you.
Once you've decided you LOVE Aveda Institute and that it is the perfect fit for you, you'll need to begin the admission process and that starts with the application and portfolio.
What We’re Looking For When We Look At Your Application:
- Evidence of previously demonstrated skills or aptitudes
- Proven ability to work well with others
- Proven ability to set and achieve goals
- Proven communication skills, including comprehension of English
- Evidence that your intent to attend the Institute represents a researched choice that fits with your career and personal goals.
Complete the following items and submit within 10 days from your one-on-one:
1. Personal statement describing why you should be accepted to become an Aveda Future Professional. Include reasons for applying to Aveda Institute; leadership experiences, relevant skills and qualities, short and long term goals and your environmental philosophy. (Minimum one page, do not exceed two pages). Be creative, show your talent. Go beyond a simple typed paper. Express yourself!
2. Comparative Statement that compares and contrasts Aveda Institute and at least two other schools you have visited. Include all research which has helped you choose Aveda Institute. Consider the following:
- What curriculum does the school offer?
- Do they offer a study-abroad program? Workshops? Master Series lectures?
- Will you be able to participate in community events? Industry events?
- What is the school’s environmental commitment?
3. Professional Reference Letter from an individual not related to you. Examples: employer, teacher, member of volunteer organization, religious leader. This may be a professional or a character reference.
4. Personal Reference Letter from a family member or friend. Both references must include the contact’s phone.
5. A video essay or PowerPoint Presentation. We want to get to know you! In a creative way, introduce yourself to us. We’re not looking for the next Oscar winner, rather a fun way for you to give us insight into who you are and why you should be considered to become a future professional in our program. The video essay must be 2-4 minutes in length on a DVD or can be uploaded to YouTube.com or other media Web site. Media will be returned to the prospective student by the first day of class.
6. Copy of High School Diploma, GED or College Diploma, or equivalent. You must be a high school graduate prior to the official start date of your course. Submit a high school transcript indicating graduation OR a copy of your General Education Diploma (GED) prior to the official start date.
7. Copy of Social Security Card and proof of age (i.e. driver’s license, passport).
Once you've got your application and portfolio turned it, we'll review your application and contact you once complete. If accepted, you will schedule an appointment to register and enroll into the program!
Disclaimer:
The Institute reserves the right to review each application on an individual basis. In its admissions, instruction, and graduation policies, it practices no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, financial status, sex, ethnic or national origin, age, veteran status, or sexual orientation. The Institute does not recruit students that are currently attending or admitted to another school offering a similar program of study.
