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Paul Mitchell the School-Nampa
Nampa, Idaho · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 16803 North Marketplace Boulevard, Nampa, ID 83687 · Phone: (208) 287-4065 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Aug 2024 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; May 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Paul Mitchell the School-Nampa is a private for-profit trade school in Nampa, Idaho offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 66.7% completion rate, near the state average of 71.0%, with median graduate debt of $10,555 and median earnings of $25,719 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Nampa is $25,863, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 55.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $22,810 | $35,480 | $37,710 |
| Barbers | $21,880 | $36,040 | $48,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Idaho (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 | 39 | $16,579 | $17,998 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | $16,579 | $17,998 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $16,579 | $17,998 | $9,500 |
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-Nampa is a private for-profit trade school located in Nampa, Idaho, a midsize suburb. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The school awards training primarily in two program families: cosmetology schools, with 40 completers, and barber schools, with 26 completers, out of 66 total trade completers and 117 undergraduate students enrolled.
Looking at the outcomes data, the completion rate at this campus is 66.7%, which is near the state average of 71.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,555, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $25,719. The annual cost of attendance is $25,863, and 55.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students interested in focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or barbering rather than a multi-year associate degree path; specific program lengths and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm those directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcomes data independently, prospective students can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and contact the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Paul Mitchell the School-Nampa offers cosmetology schools (40 completers) and barber schools (26 completers), across 3 total programs.
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 campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 66.7%, which is near the state average of 71.0%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $10,555, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $25,719, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $25,863.
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 available aid compared to public institutions; prospective students should weigh cost against reported outcomes.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (208) 287-4065 or via its website to confirm current program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review the school's federal data directly through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?488998, and confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Federal data does not specify adult learner fit, but the school's focus on hands-on cosmetology and barber training may appeal to career changers; contact the school directly to discuss scheduling and support options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology and barbering are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or Idaho's licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Nampa at (208) 287-4065 or through its website, https://paulmitchell.edu/nampa.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures 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.