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Paul Mitchell the School-Great Lakes
Port Huron, Michigan · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 2950 Lapeer Road, Port Huron, MI 48060 · Phone: (810) 987-8118 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Great Lakes is a private for-profit trade school in Port Huron, Michigan, offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 60.0% completion rate versus a 56.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,667 and median earnings of $16,715 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Great Lakes is $20,725, federal financial aid (Title IV) is accepted, and 34.3% 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 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $27,740 | $36,890 | $59,210 |
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 | 30 | $16,243 | $16,855 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $16,243 | $16,855 | $9,833 |
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-Great Lakes is a private for-profit trade school located in Port Huron, Michigan. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used by students who qualify. The campus is small, serving 75 undergraduate students, and its programs are concentrated in two families: cosmetology schools and nail technician schools, with cosmetology (30 completers) and nail technician training (12 completers) making up its top programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 60.0%, which is near the state average of 56.9% for comparable programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,667. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,715. The annual cost of attendance is $20,725, and 34.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus centers on short, hands-on cosmetology and nail technician programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit students seeking a direct path into a licensed trade. Whether this fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not included in this data — contact the school directly to confirm. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review the full outcomes record on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology schools and nail technician schools, with cosmetology as the largest program (30 completers) followed by nail technician training (12 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants can be used by eligible students.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 60.0%, which is near the state average of 56.9%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $9,667, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $16,715, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $20,725.
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 structure and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (810) 987-8118 or visit its website to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?446288.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows short, focused programs in cosmetology and nail technology, but specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly for details.
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 at (810) 987-8118 to learn about state licensing steps for cosmetology or nail technician careers.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Great Lakes by phone at (810) 987-8118 or through its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/porthuron.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparisons to nearby schools are not reported in this data; use the College Scorecard link at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?446288 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings 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.