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Paul Mitchell the School-Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 156 North Hurstbourne Parkway, Louisville, KY 40222 · Phone: (502) 583-1018 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Louisville is a private for-profit trade school in Louisville, KY offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Paul Mitchell the School-Louisville has a 72.7% completion rate, above the Kentucky state average of 55.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings 10 years after entry of $28,449, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Louisville is $33,260, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 42.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $22,580 | $29,840 | $42,220 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kentucky (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 | 98 | $17,792 | $19,963 | $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-Louisville is a private for-profit trade school located in Louisville, Kentucky, in a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid through FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here. The school's primary focus is cosmetology, with cosmetology programs making up its entire offering (98 completers reported).
Federal data show a completion rate of 72.7%, which is above the Kentucky state average of 55.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,449. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $33,260, and 42.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollees.
This campus, with a single focused program family in cosmetology, may suit students seeking a concentrated, hands-on training path rather than a broad multi-program associate degree environment; whether a specific program length fits an adult career-changer's schedule is not detailed in this data and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs exclusively, with 98 reported completers in that field.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, 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 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 72.7%, which is above the Kentucky state average of 55.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $9,833.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,449.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $33,260.
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 costs and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should factor this into cost planning.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in the available federal data; contact the school directly at (502) 583-1018 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 review outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?156842.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program length or schedule flexibility, so fit for adult career-changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to discuss scheduling and format.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after completing a cosmetology program are not reported in this data; check with the school or Kentucky's cosmetology licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Paul Mitchell the School-Louisville at (502) 583-1018 or visit https://paulmitchell.edu/louisville for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby cosmetology schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes 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.