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Paul Mitchell the School-Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, Louisiana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 12158 Coursey Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816 · Phone: (833) 456-8376 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Baton Rouge is a private for-profit trade school in Baton Rouge, LA offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 75.0% completion rate versus a 59.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings of $25,699 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is $29,153, federal financial aid can be used here (Title IV eligible), and 70.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,590 | $26,030 | $29,530 |
| Skincare specialists | $20,340 | $36,890 | $47,880 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Louisiana (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 | 84 | $15,474 | $15,806 | $12,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | $15,474 | $15,806 | $12,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | $15,474 | $15,806 | $12,500 |
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
Paul Mitchell the School-Baton Rouge is a private for-profit trade school located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used by eligible students. The campus's top programs are cosmetology schools (90 completers) and esthetician schools (17 completers), reflecting its focus on beauty and personal-care trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 75.0%, which is above the Louisiana state average of 59.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,699. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,153, and 70.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with substantial financial need.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or esthetics, including those changing careers, though program length and schedule details are not reported here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes independently through the NACCAS accreditor listing and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus's top programs are cosmetology schools (90 completers) and esthetician schools (17 completers), within its cosmetology-schools and esthetician-schools program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with accreditation status 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 eligible 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 75.0%, which is above the Louisiana state average of 59.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,833.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,699.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $29,153.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, a distinction that can affect tuition levels, funding sources, and accountability requirements 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 at (833) 456-8376 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 outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?456825.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or adult-learner services, so this fit cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school directly to ask about flexible or accelerated options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after cosmetology or esthetics training are not reported in this data; check with the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology or the school itself for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (833) 456-8376 or through its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/batonrouge.
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 link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across similar campuses.
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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.