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Mitchells Academy
Raleigh, North Carolina · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1301 Buck Jones Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606 · Phone: (919) 469-5807 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Mitchells Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Raleigh, NC offering cosmetology programs.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, though the North Carolina state average completion rate for similar programs is 47.8%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact Mitchells Academy for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this school.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,880 | $38,410 | $48,300 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Carolina (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 | 21 | $20,285 | $21,105 | $5,500 |
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
Mitchells Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Raleigh, North Carolina. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus is not currently listed in the Department of Education's DAPIP accreditation database, so accreditation status is not reported for this campus in federal data. The school's primary program family is cosmetology, with 21 completers reported in cosmetology schools, the only program family listed for this campus.
The statewide average completion rate for similar programs in North Carolina is 47.8%, but this campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data, and how it compares to the state average is also not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are all not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because the only listed program is cosmetology, this campus may suit students seeking a focused, hands-on cosmetology credential rather than a broad associate degree pathway; program length and schedule details are not reported here, so prospective students, including career changers, should contact the school directly to confirm fit. To verify current accreditation and outcomes, contact Mitchells Academy directly at (919) 469-5807 or visit mitchells.edu, and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard entry for this campus for any updated federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Mitchells Academy offers cosmetology programs, with 21 program completers reported. This is the only program family listed for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Accreditation status for Mitchells Academy is not found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database. Contact the school directly at (919) 469-5807 or visit mitchells.edu to confirm current accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Mitchells Academy participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate is not reported in federal data. The North Carolina state average completion rate for similar programs is 47.8%, but a direct comparison is not reported for this campus.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for updates or contact the school.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (919) 469-5807 for current tuition rates.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Mitchells Academy is a private for-profit school. For-profit status can affect tuition pricing, financial aid options, and the type of oversight the school receives compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data. Contact the school directly at (919) 469-5807 or via mitchells.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard entry for Mitchells Academy at the provided scorecard link, and contact the school directly to confirm accreditation status not found in DAPIP.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements after completing a cosmetology program are not reported in this data. Contact the school or your state's cosmetology licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Mitchells Academy by phone at (919) 469-5807 or visit their website at mitchells.edu for application information.
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.