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Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock
North Little Rock, Arkansas · Private for-profit career school
Address: 4201 E McCain Blvd, North Little Rock, AR 72117 · Phone: (501) 801-1833 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock is a private for-profit trade school in North Little Rock, Arkansas offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock has a 71.0% completion rate, above the Arkansas state average of 57.3%; median graduate debt is $10,725 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $24,765, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock is $24,054, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 61.4% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,920 | $28,830 | $33,730 |
| Skincare specialists | $23,580 | $36,520 | $39,890 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arkansas (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 | 95 | $17,086 | $15,276 | $13,057 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | $17,086 | $15,276 | $13,057 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $17,086 | $15,276 | $13,057 |
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-Little Rock is a private for-profit trade school in North Little Rock, Arkansas. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus awards programs mainly in cosmetology and esthetics, with cosmetology schools (97 completers) and esthetician schools (22 completers) making up its top offerings across 3 total programs.
In terms of outcomes, this campus reports a completion rate of 71.0%, which is above the Arkansas state average of 57.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,725, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $24,765 per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,054, and 61.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Placement rates are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students seeking short, hands-on training in cosmetology or esthetics rather than a multi-year associate degree, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult career-changers should independently verify accreditation status and outcome data using the accreditor listed above and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since program length, schedule details, and specific licensing requirements are not stated here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology schools (97 completers) and esthetician schools (22 completers), totaling 3 programs in the cosmetology and esthetics program families.
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 aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for tuition.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 71.0%, which is above the Arkansas state average of 57.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,725, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $24,765, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $24,054.
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 pricing and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (501) 801-1833 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on shorter cosmetology and esthetics programs may suit career changers, but specific fit details like schedule flexibility are not reported for this campus in federal data.
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 directly to confirm state licensing steps for cosmetology or esthetics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school by phone at (501) 801-1833 or visit https://paulmitchell.edu/littlerock for application information.
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; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?106908 for comparison tools.
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.