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Paul Mitchell the School-Birmingham
Hoover, Alabama · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1694 Montgomery Hwy Ste 124, Hoover, AL 35216 · Phone: 205824444218 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jan 2026 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Paul Mitchell the School-Birmingham is a private for-profit trade school in Hoover, Alabama offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 56.0% completion rate versus a 45.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings of $24,367 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Birmingham is $22,896, and the school participates in federal financial aid programs, with 50.6% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,300 | $29,150 | $37,230 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alabama (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 | 65 | $14,122 | $17,197 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $14,122 | $17,197 | $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-Birmingham is a private for-profit trade school located in Hoover, Alabama, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may qualify for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. The school's primary offering is cosmetology, with cosmetology programs accounting for the bulk of its 67 completers among a two-program lineup.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 56.0%, above the Alabama state average of 45.5% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,367. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,896, and 50.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid. These figures come from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and reflect outcomes for the enrolled cohort of 129 undergraduate students.
This campus may suit students interested specifically in cosmetology training rather than a broad academic path, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including those considering a career change, should confirm program schedules, licensing requirements, and current tuition directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data independently, consult the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and the College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs, which accounted for 67 of its completers across two listed programs. No other program families are reported for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, 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 may be eligible for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 50.6% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 56.0%, which is above the Alabama state average of 45.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, according to the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,367.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,896.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically means tuition may differ from public institutions and profit motives can affect pricing; students should compare costs and outcomes carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly by phone or via its website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at the provided URL.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program schedules or formats needed to assess fit for career changers; prospective students should contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this federal data set; contact the school directly for details on cosmetology licensing in Alabama.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school at 205824444218 or visit its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/birmingham for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus; use the College Scorecard link to look up other cosmetology programs in the area.
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.