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Paul Mitchell the School-Tinley Park
Tinley Park, Illinois · Private for-profit career school
Address: 18454 West Creek Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60477 · Phone: (815) 932-5049 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Tinley Park is a private for-profit trade school in Tinley Park, IL offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 60.0% completion rate versus a 58.4% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,917 and median earnings of $28,378 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Tinley Park is $26,892; federal financial aid is accepted, and 61.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,200 | $45,330 | $47,360 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
| Barbers | $31,460 | $65,430 | $71,930 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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 | 42 | $17,393 | $18,474 | $8,722 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 33 | $17,393 | $18,474 | $8,722 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $17,393 | $18,474 | $8,722 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $17,393 | $18,474 | $8,722 |
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-Tinley Park is a private for-profit trade school located in Tinley Park, Illinois, a large suburb. 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 esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, with esthetician and cosmetology programs enrolling the largest numbers of students.
Of the roughly 191 undergraduates enrolled, 81 are trade program completers. The completion rate is 60.0%, which is near the state average of 58.4% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,378. The annual cost of attendance is $26,892, and 61.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body has financial need.
This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology-related trades rather than a multi-year degree program; program length details beyond completer counts are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners or career changers considering a switch into personal care services may want to weigh the cost against reported earnings outcomes. To verify current accreditation status and review the latest federal outcomes data, prospective students can consult the accreditor directly or look up the school on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber school programs, with esthetician (42) and cosmetology (34) being the largest by enrollment.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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, and 61.5% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 60.0%, which is near the Illinois state average of 58.4% for similar programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,378.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $26,892.
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 cost, financial aid terms, and outcomes 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 directly at (815) 932-5049 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcomes data on the College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's short, trade-specific programs in cosmetology-related fields may suit adults seeking a focused career change, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering are not detailed in federal data; contact the school or Illinois's licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (815) 932-5049 or visit https://paulmitchell.edu/bradley for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby schools is not included in this listing; visit the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?143376 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.