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Paul Mitchell the School-Fort Myers
Fort Myers, Florida · Private for-profit career school
Address: 9941 Interstate Commerce Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33913 · Phone: (239) 332-2011 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Fort Myers is a private for-profit trade school in Fort Myers, FL offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 81.0% completion rate versus a 70.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,667 and median earnings of $16,715 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Fort Myers is reported at $24,785, federal financial aid (Title IV) is accepted, and 34.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Barbers | $31,000 | $49,410 | $59,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 | 46 | $16,243 | $16,855 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | $16,243 | $16,855 | $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-Fort Myers is a private for-profit trade school in Fort Myers, Florida. 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 programs. The campus focuses on two program families: cosmetology and barbering, with cosmetology programs (46 completers) making up the bulk of enrollment and barber programs (17 completers) as the other main offering.
Looking at the numbers reported to the U.S. Department of Education: the completion rate at this campus is 81.0%, above the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,667. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,715. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,785, and 34.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
Based on the stated program mix — cosmetology and barbering, both hands-on personal-care trades — this campus may suit students seeking a focused, in-person training path toward a specific license rather than a general academic degree. Whether the schedule and program length fit an adult career-changer's needs is not detailed in this data, so prospective students should contact the school directly. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status and review the full outcomes data on the College Scorecard before committing.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs (46 completers) and barber programs (17 completers), for a total of two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 81.0%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,667.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,715.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $24,785.
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 levels and financial aid options 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 (239) 332-2011 or visit its website to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?475547.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows focused cosmetology and barber programs, but fit for adult career-changers in terms of scheduling or pacing is not reported in federal data; contact the school directly to ask.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school at (239) 332-2011 or check https://paulmitchell.edu/fortmyers for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (239) 332-2011 or visit https://paulmitchell.edu/fortmyers 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 in federal data; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?475547 can be used to look up other institutions for comparison.
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.