O'Briens Aveda Institute

O'Briens Aveda Institute is a private for-profit institution in Williston, VT, offering training programs of less than two years. Located in a midsize suburban setting, the institute enrolls 140 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 61 out of 100. The school reports a 69% completion rate and an impressive 95% retention rate (IPEDS 2023), suggesting strong student satisfaction with its programs.

The institute's primary offering is a Cosmetology/Cosmetologist certificate program. As an Aveda Institute, the school emphasizes environmentally responsible beauty practices and holistic approaches to hair care, skin care, and wellness. Students receive training aligned with Aveda's plant-based product philosophy and salon techniques.

Williston is located in Chittenden County, just outside Burlington, Vermont's largest city. The midsize suburban setting offers students a community-oriented campus environment while still providing access to the Burlington-area salon and spa market. Graduates are prepared to pursue Vermont state cosmetology licensure and enter the beauty industry.