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Paul Mitchell the School-Greenville
Greenville, South Carolina · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1215 Woodruff Road, Bldg A, Greenville, SC 29607 · Phone: (864) 640-8111 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Greenville is a private for-profit trade school in Greenville, SC offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Paul Mitchell the School-Greenville has a 55.2% completion rate versus a 52.0% state average, with graduates carrying $11,740 in median debt and earning $26,696 in median earnings 10 years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Greenville is $22,924, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 64.4% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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, 1–2 years | 88 | $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-Greenville is a private for-profit trade school located in Greenville, South Carolina, in a midsize suburb setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid through Title IV programs, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus's primary program offering is cosmetology, with 88 program completers reported in federal data out of an undergraduate enrollment of 196.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 55.2%, which is near the South Carolina state average of 52.0% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,740, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,696. The annual cost of attendance is $22,924, and 64.4% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students.
This campus offers a single program family, cosmetology, which suggests it is best suited to students seeking focused, hands-on training in that trade rather than those seeking a broad associate-degree pathway. Given the program length and setting, it may fit adult students and career changers looking for a defined credential in cosmetology, though prospective students should confirm program length and schedule directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcome data independently, contact the accreditor, National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, or review this campus's profile on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Paul Mitchell the School-Greenville offers cosmetology programs, with 88 program completers reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its 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, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 55.2%, which is near the South Carolina state average of 52.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,740, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $26,696, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,924.
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 options, and outcomes; prospective students should compare cost and outcome data across schools regardless of control type.
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 (864) 640-8111 or via its website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?483337.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a focused cosmetology program, which may suit adults seeking a defined credential in that trade, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology are not reported in federal data; contact the school at (864) 640-8111 or visit https://paulmitchell.edu/greenville for details on state licensing requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Paul Mitchell the School-Greenville by phone at (864) 640-8111 or visit its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/greenville.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in federal data for this campus; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?483337 to compare completion rates, debt, 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.