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Paul Mitchell the School-Murfreesboro-Nashville
Hendersonville, Tennessee · Private for-profit career school
Address: 235 E Main Street Suite 200, Hendersonville, TN 37075 · Phone: (615) 283-1000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Murfreesboro-Nashville is a private for-profit trade school in Hendersonville, TN offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 73.5% 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-Nashville is $27,546, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 45.1% 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 | 95 | $18,432 | $18,245 | $9,739 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 57 | $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-Nashville is a private for-profit trade school located in Hendersonville, Tennessee, in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for programs. The campus's top programs are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with 95 and 57 completers respectively out of 152 total trade completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.5%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,461. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $27,546, and 45.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students enroll here.
This campus, with its focus on esthetician and cosmetology programs, may suit students seeking hands-on, licensure-track training in personal care fields rather than a traditional academic degree path; program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so adult learners or career-changers should confirm scheduling directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check the accreditor listed above and consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link. Prospective students should contact the school directly for any figures not covered in this summary, since no numbers here are estimated beyond what federal data reports.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers esthetician schools (95 completers) and cosmetology schools (57 completers), for a total of 152 trade completers across 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, 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 students can use FAFSA-based aid, and 45.1% 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 73.5%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $7,917.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,461.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $27,546.
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 and typically means it operates for shareholder or owner profit rather than as a public or non-profit institution.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (615) 283-1000 or visit its website for schedule 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 federal outcomes data via the College Scorecard link provided for this school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, licensure-oriented programs in esthetician and cosmetology fields, which may suit career-changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported 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 learn about state licensing exams for esthetician or cosmetology fields.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (615) 283-1000 or visit its website at https://nashville.paulmitchell.edu/ 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 in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?495794 to compare outcomes across schools.
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.