Massage Therapy at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN · Private for-profit · Certificate · Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services

with a smaller student body of 608 in Minneapolis, MN.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $19,427/yr, roughly in line with the $20,587 national median for Massage Therapy. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

Some AI exposure exists in Massage Therapy's career paths, with 27% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 35% gap from the optimistic case.

With first-year pay of $19,427 far exceeding the $6,333 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

At #106 of 224 Massage Therapy programs, Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.

Earnings grow from $19,427 to $28,558 over five years — a 47% increase that's moderate and in line with typical trade career progression.

Massage Therapy has a registered apprenticeship option through Certified Massage Therapist (Cmt) with a median wage of $57,950/yr — worth exploring for students who prefer structured on-the-job training.

38 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
34
Low End
38
Score
38
High End
Earnings $19,427/yr (-6% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (73% shielded)
Job Market Large (52,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$311K
10.1% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
2 of 2
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$6,333
3.9 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$28,558
47% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Massage Therapy graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Massage therapists $57,950 +15.4% 93%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Massage therapists
$57,950
+15.4% growth 93% AI-proof

Massage Therapy Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Massage Therapy careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 38/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Massage Therapy at Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis?
At 38/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Massage Therapy programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
How could AI change the job market for Massage Therapy graduates?
Our model shows a 35% gap between best and worst-case decade earnings. AI is unlikely to eliminate Massage Therapy careers, but it could reduce positions in some specializations.
What's the job market like for Massage Therapy from Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis?
The large job market (52,100 annual openings) works in favor of Massage Therapy graduates. The national outlook is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →