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Paul Mitchell the School-Rhode Island
Cranston, Rhode Island · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 30 Chapel View Blvd., Suite 100, Cranston, RI 02920 · Phone: (401) 946-9920 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Rhode Island is a private for-profit trade school in Cranston, RI offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 78.6% completion rate versus a 75.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $13,000 and median earnings of $26,897 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Rhode Island is $30,624, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 38.4% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $31,200 | $32,950 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $31,200 | $34,910 | $35,720 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Rhode Island (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 | 67 | $17,801 | $17,932 | $7,232 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | $17,801 | $17,932 | $7,232 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $17,801 | $17,932 | $7,232 |
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-Rhode Island is a private for-profit trade school located in Cranston, RI, a large suburb. The school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Its main program offerings are cosmetology (68 completers) and nail technician training (31 completers), reflecting its two program families: cosmetology and nail-tech schools.
Federal Scorecard data show a completion rate of 78.6%, which is near the state average of 75.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took on debt carried a median of $13,000, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $26,897. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $30,624, and 38.4% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment.
This campus, with 181 undergraduates total and 99 trade completers, appears geared toward students pursuing focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or nail technology rather than multi-year associate degrees. Program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students—including adult career changers—should contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and licensing requirements. To verify accreditation status and outcome figures independently, check the NACCAS accreditor listing and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard entry for this school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs (68 completers) and nail technician programs (31 completers), covering two program families: cosmetology and nail-tech.
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 eligible 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 78.6%, which is near the state average of 75.2% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $13,000.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $26,897, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $30,624.
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 how financial aid and outcomes should be evaluated compared to 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 (401) 946-9920 or visit its website to confirm program duration.
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 outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided scorecard URL.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific fit for adult career changers is not detailed in federal data, but the school's focused cosmetology and nail technician programs suggest shorter, skills-based training; contact the school to discuss scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing exams for cosmetology or nail technology in Rhode Island.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Rhode Island at (401) 946-9920 or through its website, https://paulmitchell.edu/rhodeisland.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard link can be used to look up nearby schools for comparison.
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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.