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Paul Mitchell the School-Fresno
Fresno, California · Private for-profit career school
Address: 5091 N Fresno Street Ste 104, Fresno, CA 93710 · Phone: (559) 224-2700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Fresno is a private for-profit trade school in Fresno, California offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 83.7% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $11,277 and median earnings of $29,671 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Fresno is $28,484, federal financial aid can be used here, and 69.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 | 124 | $15,336 | $16,035 | $11,188 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | $15,336 | $16,035 | $11,188 |
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-Fresno is a private for-profit trade school located in Fresno, California. 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 training. The campus's top programs are cosmetology schools (124 completers) and barber schools (32 completers), making up its two program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 83.7%, above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $11,277, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $29,671. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $28,484, and 69.2% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a large share of lower-income students enrolled here.
This campus appears geared toward students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology and barbering rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults considering a career change should verify current details directly, including accreditation status and program specifics, by contacting the school or reviewing its record on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs (124 completers) and barber programs (32 completers), its only 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 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 83.7%, which is above the California state average of 64.2% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,277, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $29,671.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $28,484.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different pricing and financial aid dynamics than public or non-profit institutions; verify tuition and outcomes directly.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (559) 224-2700 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?459198.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology and barber programs suggests hands-on, career-focused training, though specific fit for career changers isn't detailed in federal data; contact the school to discuss your situation.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (559) 224-2700 for details on cosmetology or barbering licensure in California.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Fresno at (559) 224-2700 or through its website, https://paulmitchell.edu/fresno.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?459198 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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.