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Paul Mitchell the School-Jessup
Jessup, Maryland · Private for-profit career school
Address: 7351 Assateague Drive, Suite 370, Jessup, MD 20794 · Phone: (301) 366-8675 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Jessup is a private for-profit trade school in Jessup, Maryland offering cosmetology and barbering 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-Jessup has a 50.9% completion rate, near the state average of 46.9%, with graduates carrying a median debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $35,225 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Jessup is $22,961; the school is not Title IV eligible, so federal financial aid like FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used, though 57.7% of students are reported as Pell recipients.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,830 | $36,420 | $47,590 |
| Barbers | $32,720 | $35,400 | $48,670 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maryland (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 | 55 | not reported | $21,964 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | $21,964 | not reported |
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-Jessup is a private for-profit trade school located in Jessup, Maryland. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, though federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants does not apply here, since the school is not Title IV eligible. The campus, set in a large suburb, primarily awards credentials in cosmetology (55 completers) and barbering (11 completers), reflecting its two program families: cosmetology schools and barber schools.
Looking at outcomes, the campus reports a completion rate of 50.9%, which is near the state average of 46.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $35,225. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,961, and 57.7% of students receive Pell Grants, though this may not directly apply given the school's Title IV status—prospective students should confirm current aid arrangements directly with the school.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or barbering rather than a broader associate degree program. Because federal aid is not available here, career changers and adult learners should carefully budget for the stated cost of attendance and verify financing options with the school directly. To confirm accreditation status and review the most current federal outcome data, prospective students can check with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Paul Mitchell the School-Jessup offers cosmetology schools (55 completers) and barber schools (11 completers), its two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
No, the school is not Title IV eligible, so federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 50.9%, which is near the Maryland state average of 46.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $35,225.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,961.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which affects its eligibility for federal financial aid programs; it is not Title IV eligible.
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 (301) 366-8675 or visit its website for details.
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 check outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?488749.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or adult-learner accommodations; contact the school directly to discuss fit for career changers.
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 or Maryland's licensing board for cosmetology and barbering requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Jessup at (301) 366-8675 or visit https://paulmitchell.edu/jessup.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?488749 for comparisons.
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.