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Paul Mitchell the School-Portsmouth
Portsmouth, New Hampshire · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 140 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801 · Phone: (603) 436-7775 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Portsmouth is a private for-profit trade school in Portsmouth, New Hampshire offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 94.7% completion rate versus a 56.1% state average, and graduates carry a median debt of $9,833; median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Portsmouth is $33,260, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and about 27.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $25,720 | $34,650 | $46,450 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Hampshire (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 | 51 | $16,067 | $24,808 | $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-Portsmouth is a private for-profit trade campus in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, located in a small suburb setting. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. The school offers one program family, cosmetology, and nearly all of its recorded completers — 51 of them — finished cosmetology training here.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 94.7%, well above the New Hampshire state average of 56.1%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,833. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $33,260, and about 27.0% of students receive Pell Grants, which are reserved for those with demonstrated financial need.
With a single, focused program track and a small undergraduate enrollment of 73 students, this campus is structured around one trade path rather than a range of associate-degree options. Career changers considering a hands-on, single-focus cosmetology program may want to review the school's specific schedule and licensing requirements directly, since program length and format are not detailed in this data. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status and outcome figures directly with the school and by reviewing the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs, with 51 recorded program completers in that field. It is the only program family offered at this location.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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. About 27.0% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 94.7%, which is above the New Hampshire state average of 56.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (603) 436-7775 or review the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The listed cost of attendance is $33,260 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different pricing and ownership structures than public or non-profit institutions; students should compare costs and outcomes carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in this data. Contact the school directly at (603) 436-7775 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 official outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?183202).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a single-focus cosmetology program with a small enrollment of 73 students, but specific fit for career changers, such as schedule flexibility, is not detailed in this data. Contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology are not detailed in this data. Contact the school directly at (603) 436-7775 for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Portsmouth by phone at (603) 436-7775 or visit its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/portsmouth.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons with other nearby schools. Use the College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?183202) to compare completion rates, debt, and costs across institutions.
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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.