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Paul Mitchell the School-Milwaukee
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 11415 W Burleigh Street #107, Wauwatosa, WI 53222 · Phone: (888) 733-5285 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Feb 2026 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Paul Mitchell the School-Milwaukee is a private for-profit trade school in Wauwatosa, WI offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 7.7% completion rate versus a 62.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $10,486 and median earnings of $25,122 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Milwaukee is $24,097, federal financial aid is accepted, and 45.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,790 | $36,230 | $47,060 |
| Barbers | $30,530 | $36,540 | $58,190 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wisconsin (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 | 23 | $21,541 | $21,891 | $10,666 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $21,541 | $21,891 | $10,666 |
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-Milwaukee is a private for-profit trade school located in Wauwatosa, WI, a large suburb. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV), including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus focuses on two program families: cosmetology schools, with 23 top program completions, and barber schools, with 15 completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 7.7%, which is below the state average of 62.8% for Wisconsin. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,486, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $25,122. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,097, and 45.8% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Enrollment stood at 140 undergraduates, with 38 total trade completers reported.
This campus centers on cosmetology and barber training, fields typically built around shorter, hands-on program formats rather than multi-year degrees, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including career changers, should weigh the below-average completion rate and earnings figures against program cost and personal goals. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data directly, consult the NACCAS accreditor listing and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers cosmetology programs (23 completions) and barber programs (15 completions), covering two program families total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), with a status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 45.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 7.7%, which is below the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $10,486, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $25,122, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $24,097.
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, funding sources, and outcomes compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (888) 733-5285 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review official federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?459578.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's cosmetology and barber programs are typically shorter, hands-on training formats common among career-changers, but specific program lengths and schedules 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 and barber careers vary by state and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school or Wisconsin's licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Milwaukee at (888) 733-5285 or through its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/milwaukee.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across similar programs.
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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.