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Paul Mitchell the School-San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas · Private for-profit career school
Address: 18402 US Highway 281, Suite 124, San Antonio, TX 78259 · Phone: 21052383335104 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-San Antonio is a private for-profit trade school in San Antonio, Texas offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 75.7% completion rate versus a 63.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,505 and median earnings of $28,693 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-San Antonio is $34,319, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 45.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $27,390 | $49,250 | $68,780 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| 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, 300–899 hours | 80 | $18,656 | $19,778 | $9,516 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 72 | $18,656 | $19,778 | $9,516 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $18,656 | $19,778 | $9,516 |
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-San Antonio is a private for-profit trade school located in San Antonio, Texas. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The campus's top programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, drawing from a total of three program families offered on site.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 75.7%, above the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $8,505, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $28,693. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $34,319, and 45.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students looking for hands-on training in personal care trades such as cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult career-changers should confirm scheduling and program duration directly with the school before enrolling. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, prospective students can consult the school's accreditor, the Council on Occupational Education, or check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, totaling three program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, 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 75.7%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates who borrowed is $8,505, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $28,693.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is listed at $34,319 per year 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 and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at the number or website listed to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard link for this school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats geared toward adult learners; those considering a career change should contact the school to discuss scheduling and program fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school or check Texas state licensing boards for cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at 21052383335104 or visit its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/sanantonio.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; prospective students can use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?451714 to compare outcomes 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.