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Paul Mitchell the School-Fort Lauderdale
Plantation, Florida · Private for-profit career school
Address: 8000 West Broward Boulevard Suite 1101, Plantation, FL 33388 · Phone: (954) 686-0040 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Fort Lauderdale is a private for-profit trade school in Plantation, FL offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 71.4% completion rate, near the state average of 70.5%, with graduates carrying a median debt of $6,650. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Fort Lauderdale is $28,357, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used here. About 57.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Barbers | $31,000 | $49,410 | $59,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 | 23 | $18,237 | $18,274 | $6,492 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $18,237 | $18,274 | $6,492 |
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-Fort Lauderdale is a private for-profit trade school located in Plantation, FL. 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 their education. The campus's top programs are Cosmetology schools (23 completers) and Barber schools (5 completers), serving a small undergraduate enrollment of 64 students in a large suburb setting.
In terms of outcomes, the campus's completion rate is 71.4%, which is near the state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,650. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is $28,357, and 57.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students from lower-income backgrounds.
This campus may suit students interested in focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or barbering rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though specific program lengths are not stated in the data provided. Given the for-profit control and NACCAS accreditation, prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?495369) and by contacting the school at (954) 686-0040 or via its website before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers Cosmetology schools (23 completers) and Barber schools (5 completers), covering the program families of cosmetology-schools and barber-schools.
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, so students may 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 71.4%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,650, 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 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $28,357.
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 levels, financial aid terms, and typically involves shorter, career-focused programs compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (954) 686-0040 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and view federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?495369.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program lengths or scheduling, so fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to discuss its offerings.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school or your state's cosmetology/barber licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Fort Lauderdale by phone at (954) 686-0040 or through its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/fortlauderdale.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard can be used to look up other institutions for comparison.
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.