Milan Institute

What Milan Institute does

Milan Institute is a private career training institution founded in 1985 by the Yasuda family, headquartered in Nampa, Idaho, and operating 19 campuses across four states: California (7), Texas (7), Nevada (3), and New Mexico (1). The school delivers career-focused programs in cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, massage therapy, healthcare, and skilled trades (including a recently launched HVAC-R program), with curricula designed to be completed in approximately one year or less and leading to state licensure. The company employs 501–1,000 staff across its campus network.

The institute's revenue model combines tuition and program fees funded primarily through federal Title IV aid processed via FAFSA, supplemented by an institutional scholarship program of $500–$1,500 per student. In 2026, the company pledged $1,015,500 across more than 696 scholarship awards, indicating active enrollment throughput in the thousands. Auxiliary revenue is generated through student-operated salons and spas, and through affiliated Yasuda-family brands including Milan Salon + Spa (consumer-facing retail) and RenewMD / Yasuda House (medical aesthetics). The institution is accredited by the Council on Education (COE) and NACCAS, which is required for federal aid eligibility and licensure pathways.

Operationally, Milan Institute is pursuing geographic expansion in Texas (Houston, Denton, Plano openings in 2025–2026), vertical extension into skilled trades (HVAC-R), and ecosystem buildout through med-aesthetic technology deployments (XERF, Aura 3D Imaging, DiamondGlow) and salon brand expansion (Milan Salon + Spa to Merced, January 2026). The company is family-owned, with no disclosed external funding, and operates without an enterprise customer base; its revenue is structurally B2C, distributed across thousands of individual student enrollments per cycle.

Name

Milan Institute

Legal name

Milan Institute

Website

https://milaninstitute.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Milan Institute is a private, family-owned career training institution operating 19 campuses across California, Texas, Nevada, and New Mexico, offering roughly one-year licensure-track programs in cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, massage, healthcare, and skilled trades for individual adult students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Career Training

NAICS

Cosmetology and Barber Schools (611511), Technical and Trade Schools (61151)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHSALANAA

Cosmetology Schools & Programs

Home & Personal Services/Personal Care & Beauty Services/Beauty Schools & Training (Cosmetology/Esthetics/Nails)

SECONDARYHSALANAL

Continuing Education & License Exam Prep (CE/State Board Prep)

Home & Personal Services/Personal Care & Beauty Services/Beauty Schools & Training (Cosmetology/Esthetics/Nails)

SECONDARYEDABALAN

Healthcare Providers

Education/Corporate Training & Professional Development/Industry-Specific Professional Training (e.g., Healthcare, Manufacturing, Construction)

Keywords

• Career training programs
• Vocational education
• Cosmetology training
• Esthetician programs
• Skilled trades training

Headquarters

HQ city

Nampa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices19 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Program Fees: Primary revenue from tuition charged for career training programs in cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, massage therapy, healthcare, and skilled trades. Programs are designed to lead to licensure in approximately one year or less.
2. Institutional Scholarships: Milan Institute provides $500-$1,500 tuition scholarships and has pledged over $1 million in scholarships annually. Scholarships reduce student out-of-pocket costs rather than generating revenue.
3. Student Salon and Spa Services: On-site student salons and spas provide affordable beauty and spa services to public, generating modest revenue while providing real-world training experience.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Milan Institute provides hands-on career training programs across 19 campuses in four states, covering cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, massage therapy, medical assisting, dental assisting, HVAC-R, and electrician technician fields. Programs are designed to lead to state licensure in approximately one year or less, with practical training delivered through on-campus student salons and spas serving real clients. The institution also operates sister companies (RenewMD MedSpa, Yasuda House, Milan Salon + Spa) that provide students access to advanced medical aesthetics technology.

Product overview

Milan Institute operates a career training platform offering vocational programs in beauty, healthcare, wellness, and skilled trades across 19 campus locations in California, Texas, Nevada, and New Mexico. The core offering consists of 12 career training programs (Cosmetology, Advanced Cosmetology, Esthetician, Advanced Esthetician, Barbering, Manicurist/Nail Technology, Massage Therapy, Medical Assisting, Administrative Medical Assistant, Dental Assistant, Electrician Technician, and HVAC-R) designed to prepare students for licensure and entry-level employment, typically within a year or less. All programs include hands-on training in on-campus student salons and spas where students serve real clients. Milan Institute's ecosystem includes sister companies RenewMD Medical Spa and Yasuda House (offering medical aesthetic services) and Milan Salon + Spa (consumer-facing salon brand), which provide students access to advanced technology like XERF radiofrequency skin tightening, Aura 3D imaging, HydraFacial, and DiamondGlow treatments. Additional services include tuition-based scholarships exceeding $1 million annually, an Eligible Career Pathway Program for high school completion, campus tours, and a net price calculator for financial planning.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Yasuda House: A professional salon highlighting beauty, wellness and skin, affiliated with Milan Institute through its sister company RenewMD MedSpa.
• RenewMD Medical Spa

Products and services

• Cosmetology Program Beauty knowledge and skills program covering hair, skin, and nail services with hands-on salon training, designed to prepare students for state licensure.
• Advanced Cosmetology Program In-depth beauty techniques program including Hair Extensions, Makeup Application, Eye Lash Extensions, and additional advanced services.
• Barbering Program Mastery of barbering techniques including hairdressing, health and safety, and shaving under professional supervision, preparing students for licensure.
• Esthetician Program Licensed professional training in beauty or spa industry specializing in unique facial and skin care techniques.
• Advanced Esthetician Program Provides skills needed to provide skin services, use facial machines, perform hair removal and make-up application.
• Manicurist & Nail Technology Program Basic manipulative skills in manicures, pedicures, nail tips, wraps, and nail enhancements, preparing students for nail technology licensure.
• Massage Therapy Program Combines clinical and traditional techniques to treat injuries and reduce stress, preparing students for work in spas, clinics, or private practices.
• Medical Assisting Program Prepares students for employment in various medical settings with expertise in clinical procedures and patient care.
• Administrative Medical Assistant Program Prepares students for entry-level medical office positions with skills to perform various administrative tasks.
• Dental Assistant Program Prepares students to assist dentists with procedures including sterilizing equipment, taking x-rays, and providing patient support.
• Electrician Technician Program Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in accordance with relevant codes.
• HVAC-R Program Install, maintain, and repair HVAC-R systems controlling temperature and air quality. Technicians diagnose problems, perform maintenance, and ensure efficient operation of systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• License eligibility in approximately 1 year or less
• +1 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration9 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• C4L Academy (Center for Learning)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with C4L Academy allows adult learners to complete their high school education through an accredited online program while attending Milan Institute career programs. C4L Academy is accredited by Cognia and offers flexible online coursework at no cost to Milan students.
• RenewMD MedSpacoreTechnology or IntegrationSister company providing Milan Institute students access to advanced medical aesthetics technology including HydraFacial, DiamondGlow, Aura 3D Imaging, and XERF skin tightening systems. Students gain hands-on experience with premium equipment typically found only in medical spas.
• Yasuda HousecoreTechnology or IntegrationSister company and professional salon brand offering advanced skincare services. Milan Institute students train on same technology and protocols used at Yasuda House locations in Fresno, Palm Desert, Reno, and El Paso.
• Milady (RISE Partner)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMilan Institute is a recognized Milady RISE education partner, providing access to industry-standard beauty education curriculum and resources from Milady, a leading publisher of cosmetology textbooks and training materials.
• DermalogicaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEducation partner providing professional skincare products and training support for esthetics programs. Dermalogica is a professional skincare brand known in the esthetics industry.
• V Beauty PureminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProfessional nail product brand partner providing products for manicurist and nail technology programs.
• Borboleta ProminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProfessional eyelash extension brand partner for esthetician and advanced esthetician programs.
• QNity for SchoolsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBeauty education partner supporting nail technology and manicurist programs.
• MizaniminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTextured-hair haircare brand partner for cosmetology and barbering programs, specializing in products for diverse hair types.
• MariannaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProfessional beauty supply brand partner providing products for cosmetology and barbering programs.
• ReuzelminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMen's grooming brand partner providing products for barbering programs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Aveda Institutes: Cosmetology and esthetics schools affiliated with the Aveda brand, focused on beauty and skincare training. Comparable to Milan's esthetician and cosmetology programs and partnership-driven curriculum model (e.g., Milan's Dermalogica partnership).
• Empire Beauty Schools: One of the largest cosmetology-focused career training chains in the US, offering cosmetology, esthetics, and barbering programs across multiple states. Comparable to Milan Institute's core beauty and licensing programs and similar multi-state footprint.
• Concorde Career Colleges: For-profit institution offering medical assisting, dental assisting, and healthcare career training across multiple states. Directly comparable to Milan's Medical Assisting, Administrative Medical Assistant, and Dental Assistant programs.
• Paul Mitchell Schools: National cosmetology and barbering school network operating under the Paul Mitchell brand. Directly comparable to Milan Institute's cosmetology, esthetician, and barbering programs with similar licensure-focused curriculum.
• National Beauty College: Independent cosmetology and beauty school focused on licensure preparation. Comparable to Milan's cosmetology and esthetician programs at a smaller, more localized scale.
• Brenneke School of Massage: Specialized massage therapy training institution. Comparable to Milan's Massage Therapy program and similar licensure-prep, single-discipline model.
• Carrington College: For-profit career college offering medical assisting, dental assisting, and healthcare-focused vocational programs. Comparable to Milan's healthcare training tracks and similar for-profit accredited career-school model.

Broad incumbents

• Lincoln Tech: Multi-discipline for-profit vocational institution offering healthcare, skilled trades, and hospitality training. Comparable to Milan's diversified 12-program portfolio across beauty, healthcare, and trades.
• Universal Technical Institute (UTI): Public, capital-backed vocational institution specializing in automotive, diesel, welding, and skilled trades training. Comparable to Milan's HVAC-R and Electrician Technician programs and broader skilled trades segment.

Emerging players

• Platt College: For-profit career college in the Western US offering beauty, healthcare, and trades programs. Comparable to Milan's multi-program portfolio with a smaller, more regionally focused footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/milaninstitute
• Facebookfacebook.com/82527245418
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/milan-institute

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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