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Paul Mitchell the School-Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, Colorado · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 118 West Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 · Phone: (719) 636-1426 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Colorado Springs is a private for-profit trade school in Colorado Springs, CO offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 84.6% completion rate versus a 69.2% state average, median graduate debt of $7,667, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $27,683.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Colorado Springs is $27,557, federal financial aid can be used here, and 57.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,940 | $54,500 | $76,520 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,520 | $37,690 | $59,710 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $32,030 | $37,110 | $46,490 |
| Barbers | $33,130 | $61,500 | $78,510 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Colorado (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 | 57 | $20,630 | $17,076 | $9,834 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 44 | $20,630 | $17,076 | $9,834 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | $20,630 | $17,076 | $9,834 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | $20,630 | $17,076 | $9,834 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $20,630 | $17,076 | $9,834 |
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-Colorado Springs is a private for-profit trade school located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for programs here. The campus's top programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, with cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, and barbering among its five program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 84.6%, which is above the state average of 69.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,667, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,683. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $27,557, and 57.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of students with financial need. All figures are as reported in the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; any figure not mentioned here is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on beauty and personal-care programs such as cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, and barbering, rather than multi-year associate degrees. Given the reported completion rate and Pell percentage, it may also be considered by adult students or career changers seeking a structured training environment, though program lengths and scheduling are not detailed in this data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and current outcomes directly through the NACCAS and the College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers five program families including esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, nail technician schools, and barber schools. The top programs by enrollment are esthetician schools (57), cosmetology schools (50), and nail technician schools (18).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants where eligible. About 57.8% 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 84.6%, which is above the Colorado state average of 69.2% for similar programs, per the College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,667, according to federal College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,683 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $27,557.
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 pricing and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions. Prospective students may want to compare costs and outcomes with other schools before enrolling.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (719) 636-1426 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and check outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?459286.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows short, career-focused programs in cosmetology and related fields with a completion rate above the state average, which may appeal to adults seeking hands-on training, though specific scheduling or adult-learner services are not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, or barbering are not reported in this data; contact the school or check Colorado's state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school by phone at (719) 636-1426 or visit its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/coloradosprings for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this dataset; prospective students can use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across similar institutions.
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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.