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MIXED Institute of Cosmetology & Barber

Sacramento, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:

Barber schoolsCosmetology schoolsNail technician schools
73%completion rate · California avg 64%
$9,833median debt of graduates
not reportedmedian earnings, 6 yrs after entry
not reportedmedian earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$25,113annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (Accredited)
Address: 5950 Florin Road suite 103, Sacramento, CA 95823 · Phone: (916) 421-5950 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

MIXED Institute of Cosmetology & Barber is a private for-profit trade school in Sacramento, CA offering barber, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.

MIXED Institute of Cosmetology & Barber has a 73.3% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, and graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at MIXED Institute of Cosmetology & Barber is $25,113, and the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), with 50.6% of students receiving Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
MIXED Institute of Co… MIXED Institute of Co…: 73.3% 73.3% California average California average: 64.2% 64.2% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Barbers$35,900$38,380$44,790
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$35,360$38,660$49,030
Manicurists and pedicurists$34,840$36,630$39,590

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 39 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 28 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 20 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, under 300 hours 5 not reported not reported not reported

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.

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About this school

MIXED Institute of Cosmetology & Barber is a private for-profit trade school in Sacramento, California, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The campus's most-awarded programs are barber schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, with 92 trade completers among 138 undergraduate students.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.3%, above the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,113, and 50.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment.

This campus, located in a large suburb, may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in barbering, cosmetology, or nail technology rather than a multi-year academic degree. Program lengths are not detailed in the data provided, so applicants should confirm schedules directly with the school. Career changers considering this path should verify current accreditation status and review outcome data independently via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures — such as post-completion earnings — are not reported for this campus in federal data.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

MIXED Institute of Cosmetology & Barber offers barber schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, among four total programs. Barber programs are the largest, with 44 completers reported.

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, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 50.6% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 73.3%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, according to federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (916) 421-5950 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The annual cost of attendance is $25,113, per 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 costs and financial aid terms compared to public or non-profit institutions. Prospective students should compare program costs and completion outcomes carefully.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported for this campus in the data provided. Contact the school directly at (916) 421-5950 or visit https://mixed.institute/ to confirm program duration.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?493761.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The school offers focused programs in barbering, cosmetology, and nail technology, which are typically shorter than traditional degree programs, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Adults considering a career change should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach MIXED Institute of Cosmetology & Barber at (916) 421-5950 or through its website at https://mixed.institute/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

This data set does not include comparative information on other nearby schools. Use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and costs across similar institutions.

Other trade and career schools in Sacramento, CA

See all trade and career schools in California or search by ZIP code.

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.

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