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Paul Mitchell the School-Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, Tennessee · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1720 Old Fort Pkwy Ste L200, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 · Phone: (615) 225-5130 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Murfreesboro is a private for-profit trade school in Murfreesboro, TN offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 75.0% completion rate versus a 64.3% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,917 and median earnings of $30,461 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Murfreesboro is $23,452, federal financial aid can be used here, and 46.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,200 | $36,590 | $44,500 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $25,700 | $31,310 | $39,990 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Tennessee (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, 300–899 hours | 82 | $18,432 | $18,245 | $9,739 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 62 | $18,432 | $18,245 | $9,739 |
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-Murfreesboro is a private for-profit trade school located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 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. The campus awards programs primarily in two program families: esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician programs (82 completers) and cosmetology programs (62 completers) making up its top offerings.
Looking at the numbers reported for this campus, the completion rate is 75.0%, which is above the state average of 64.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $30,461. The annual cost of attendance is $23,452, and 46.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a multi-year associate degree, based on the program families listed; however, exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult career-changers should confirm scheduling and program length directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes through the NACCAS or by reviewing the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers esthetician school programs (82 completers) and cosmetology school programs (62 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 (NACCAS), and its status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 75.0%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $30,461, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $23,452.
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 program structure compared with 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 (615) 225-5130 or visit its website to confirm.
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 College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?220491.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The listed program families (esthetician and cosmetology) suggest shorter, skills-focused training rather than a multi-year degree, but specific scheduling and length details are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the school directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetics and cosmetology are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or Tennessee's licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school at (615) 225-5130 or through its website, https://www.paulmitchelltheschool.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions in the same 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.