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Paul Mitchell the School-Grand Rapids
Kentwood, Michigan · Private for-profit career school
Address: 2855 29th Street SE Suite B, Kentwood, MI 49512 · Phone: (616) 975-7778 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Grand Rapids is a private for-profit trade school in Kentwood, MI offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 84.2% completion rate versus a 56.9% state average, and median graduate debt is $9,833; earnings data 10 years after entry is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Grand Rapids is $26,674, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 40.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $25,960 | $34,820 | $60,590 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (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 | 65 | $20,388 | $20,824 | $9,177 |
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-Grand Rapids is a private for-profit trade school located in Kentwood, Michigan, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for training. The school awards one program family, cosmetology, with cosmetology schools making up all 65 recorded completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 84.2%, which is above the Michigan state average of 56.9% for comparable programs. Median debt among graduates is $9,833. Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,674, and 40.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment.
With a single program track and enrollment of 86 undergraduates, this campus is structured around a focused cosmetology curriculum rather than broad associate-degree offerings. Given the concentrated program design, it may suit students seeking a direct path into a single trade rather than those exploring multiple career fields. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the school's data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before applying, since program length, schedule, and licensing requirements are not detailed in the available data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs, which account for all 65 recorded completions. It is the only program family listed for this location.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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, federal loans, and Pell Grants. About 40.3% of students here receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 84.2%, which is above the Michigan state average of 56.9%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $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 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,674 in 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 levels, financial aid mix, and accreditation type compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school at (616) 975-7778 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not describe program scheduling or format, so fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school directly to ask.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this dataset; contact the school or your state cosmetology board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (616) 975-7778 or visit https://paulmitchell.edu/grandrapids for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?172680 to compare completion rates, debt, and costs across schools.
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.