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Paul Mitchell the School-Lombard
Lombard, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 106 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, IL 60148 · Phone: (630) 691-1111 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Lombard is a private for-profit trade school in Lombard, Illinois offering cosmetology and barber programs.
Federal outcome data such as median debt and median earnings is not reported for this campus. The Illinois state average completion rate for similar programs is 58.4%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. This campus does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), but the share of students receiving Pell Grants is not reported.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
| Barbers | $31,460 | $65,430 | $71,930 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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 | 58 | $17,977 | $18,345 | $12,513 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $17,977 | $18,345 | $12,513 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $17,977 | $18,345 | $12,513 |
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-Lombard is a private for-profit trade school located in Lombard, Illinois, a large suburb. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. Accreditation status for this campus is not found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database, so applicants should confirm accreditation status directly with the school. The campus's most common programs are cosmetology (59 completers) and barber training (3 completers), totaling 3 program offerings and 62 total trade completers.
Federal completion-rate data specific to this campus is not reported in federal data, though the state average completion rate for similar programs in Illinois is 58.4%, and the comparison to that state average is not reported. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. The share of students receiving Pell Grants is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given the program families offered — cosmetology and barbering — this campus may suit students seeking hands-on, licensure-track training in personal care services, including those changing careers, though specific program lengths are not reported here and should be confirmed with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation, program length, tuition, and outcomes directly with the school at (630) 691-1111 or paulmitchell.edu/lombard, and can review federal data on the College Scorecard at the link provided.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs (59 completers) and barber programs (3 completers), for a total of 3 program offerings.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Accreditation status for this campus is not found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database. Contact the school directly at (630) 691-1111 to confirm current accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can apply for FAFSA-based aid.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
A campus-specific completion rate is not reported in federal data. The Illinois state average completion rate for similar programs is 58.4%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for updates or contact the school.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition rates.
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, aid packages, and accreditation processes compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (630) 691-1111 or visit paulmitchell.edu/lombard to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?483328, and confirm accreditation status directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensure requirements for cosmetology and barbering are not detailed in this data; contact the school or Illinois's licensing board to confirm requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Lombard at (630) 691-1111 or through its website, paulmitchell.edu/lombard, for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to look up and compare other institutions offering cosmetology or barber programs in Illinois.
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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.