School Highlights
Avalon School of Cosmetology serves 18 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 42%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Minority enrollment: 95%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Avalon School of Cosmetology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
Avalon School of Cosmetology
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
171 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Avalon School of Cosmetology has declined by 48% over five years.
The Avalon School of Cosmetology diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 144% over five years.
Total Enrollment
18 students
2,858 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
# Full-Time Students
18 students
1,050 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,808 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
420 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
18 students
915 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,771 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
116 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
16%
1%
% Asian
n/a
6%
% Hispanic
n/a
8%
% Black
24%
15%
% White
5%
58%
% Hawaiian
55%
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
6%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
58%
34%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
57%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
67%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$6,750
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
SAT Reading
n/a
625
SAT Math
n/a
600
SAT Writing
n/a
565
ACT Composite
n/a
24
ACT English
n/a
24
ACT Math
n/a
23
ACT Writing
n/a
8
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalon School of Cosmetology's ranking?
Avalon School of Cosmetology ranks among the top 20% of community college in Minnesota for: Average community college minority breakdown and Highest completion rates.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Avalon School of Cosmetology is Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake (28.5 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake
Private for-profit
1543 18th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
(712) 336-0512
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
(712) 336-0512
28.5 miles
Enrollment: 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
603 W Park St
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-5061
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-5061
33.4 miles
Enrollment: 2,674 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 In-state tuition: $5,460 Out-state tuition: $5,850 Minority enrollment: 20%
19 S 7th St
Estherville, IA 51334
(712) 362-2601
Estherville, IA 51334
(712) 362-2601
41.6 miles
Enrollment: 2,048 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 In-state tuition: $5,516 Out-state tuition: $5,868 Minority enrollment: 27%
Avera McKennan Hospital School of Radiologic Technology
Private not-for-profit
1325 South Cliff Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57117
(605) 322-1720
Sioux Falls, SD 57117
(605) 322-1720
56.1 miles
Enrollment: 24 students
Sanford Medical Center
Private not-for-profit
1305 W. 18th Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57117
(605) 333-7544
Sioux Falls, SD 57117
(605) 333-7544
57.5 miles
Enrollment: 28 students
Recent Articles
Community Colleges: A to Z – 2025 Guide
Explore the A–Z of community colleges in 2025: programs, affordability, pathways, and innovations for educators and parents.
Community College vs. Dual Enrollment 2025
Compare community college and dual enrollment in 2025. A parent’s guide to affordability, transfer credits, and student success pathways.
Will My Child’s Credits Transfer? Parent’s 2025 Guide
Learn how to ensure your child’s credits transfer in 2025. A parent’s guide to transfer policies, pitfalls, and planning for success.
