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Paul Mitchell the School-Charleston
North Charleston, South Carolina · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 4952 Centre Pointe Drive, Suite 114, North Charleston, SC 29418 · Phone: (843) 725-0246 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Charleston is a private for-profit trade school in North Charleston, South Carolina, offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this school's completion rate is 74.5%, above the state average of 52.0%, with median graduate debt of $11,740 and median earnings of $26,696 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Charleston is $22,289, and 54.4% of students received Pell Grants, though the school does not participate in federal Title IV aid programs.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,530 | $39,670 | $58,430 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,340 | $33,700 | $56,770 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South 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, 300–899 hours | 114 | $17,189 | $16,657 | $10,564 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 106 | $17,189 | $16,657 | $10,564 |
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-Charleston is a private for-profit trade school in North Charleston, South Carolina, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Federal student aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants does not apply here, since the school is marked as not participating in Title IV programs. The campus centers on two program families: esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with cosmetology and esthetician training making up its top programs by enrollment.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 74.5%, above the state average of 52.0% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $11,740, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $26,696. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,289, and 54.4% of students received Pell Grants, though since the school is not Title IV eligible, Pell figures should be confirmed directly with the school or the Scorecard. Placement rates and program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on cosmetology or esthetician training rather than multi-year associate degree programs, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Because it does not participate in federal aid, applicants relying on FAFSA or Pell should verify funding options directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status and review the completion, debt, and earnings figures cited here through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers two program families: esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with cosmetology (106 completers) and esthetician training (114 completers) as its top programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
No, this school is marked as not participating in Title IV federal student aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants do not apply here. Prospective students should contact the school directly at (843) 725-0246 to confirm financing options.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 74.5%, which is above the state average of 52.0% per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carried a median debt of $11,740, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $26,696.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,289.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which is relevant because it does not participate in federal Title IV student aid, unlike many public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (843) 725-0246 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and check completion, debt, and earnings figures via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?467872.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology and esthetician training may suit career changers interested in hands-on personal care fields, though specific fit factors like schedule flexibility are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm state licensing steps for cosmetology or esthetics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (843) 725-0246 or through its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/charleston.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures across schools.
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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.