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Paul Mitchell the School-Austin
Austin, Texas · Private for-profit career school
Address: 9503 Research Blvd Building 3 Suite 310, Austin, TX 78759 · Phone: (888) 733-5285 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Austin is a private for-profit trade school in Austin, Texas offering cosmetology, esthetician, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Paul Mitchell the School-Austin has a 70.8% completion rate, above the Texas average of 63.5%, with median graduate debt of $7,917 and median earnings of $23,721 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Austin is $24,947, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 46.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,390 | $49,250 | $68,780 |
| Barbers | $28,340 | $30,760 | $37,160 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 73 | $22,632 | $23,600 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 49 | $22,632 | $23,600 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $22,632 | $23,600 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $22,632 | $23,600 | $9,833 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Paul Mitchell the School-Austin is a private for-profit trade school located in Austin, Texas. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus's top programs are cosmetology, esthetician, and barber training, with cosmetology being the largest program by completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 70.8%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $23,721. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,947, and 46.1% of students received a Pell Grant, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students enrolled.
This campus, with 171 undergraduates and 143 trade program completers, appears to suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering rather than a multi-year academic degree. Whether the schedule and format fit a career changer's needs is not reported for this campus in federal data beyond program family listings. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review the school's official U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard page for the most current figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology, esthetician, and barber programs, with cosmetology being the largest by number of completers (73), followed by esthetician (49) and barber (21).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.8%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $7,917, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry were $23,721, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $24,947 in federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, aid eligibility rules, and accreditation type compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (888) 733-5285 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?451565.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school or Texas licensing boards for cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Austin at (888) 733-5285 or visit https://paulmitchell.edu/austin to learn about applying.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?451565 to compare similar programs.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.