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Paul Mitchell the School-Richland
Richland, Washington · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 71 Gage Blvd., Richland, WA 99352 · Phone: (509) 420-5659 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Richland is a private for-profit trade school in Richland, WA offering cosmetology, esthetician, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 73.7% completion rate versus a 66.1% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,917 and median earnings of $27,407 ten years after entry.
Paul Mitchell the School-Richland reports an annual cost of attendance of $31,358; federal financial aid can be used here, and 64.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $36,830 | $59,510 | $73,540 |
| Skincare specialists | $48,620 | $79,320 | $95,260 |
| Barbers | $52,540 | $61,150 | $75,160 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $38,660 | $49,900 | $58,120 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Washington (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 | 101 | $18,909 | $17,664 | $9,546 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 46 | $18,909 | $17,664 | $9,546 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | $18,909 | $17,664 | $9,546 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | $18,909 | $17,664 | $9,546 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | $18,909 | $17,664 | $9,546 |
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-Richland is a private for-profit trade school located in Richland, Washington. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus awards programs mainly in cosmetology, esthetician, barber, and nail technology fields, with cosmetology schools (107 completers), esthetician schools (46), and barber schools (31) making up the top programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.7%, which is above the Washington state average of 66.1%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $27,407. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $31,358, and 64.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in personal-care trades such as cosmetology, esthetics, barbering, and nail technology, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the school's full outcomes record on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers programs in cosmetology, esthetics, barbering, and nail technology, with cosmetology schools (107 completers), esthetician schools (46), and barber schools (31) as the top programs.
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, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 73.7%, which is above the Washington state average of 66.1%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,917, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,407.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $31,358 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 affect tuition levels, financial aid packaging, and institutional ownership structure compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (509) 420-5659 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcomes on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?234924.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data, but the school's focus on cosmetology, esthetics, barbering, and nail technology suggests hands-on trade training; contact the school directly to discuss options for adult learners.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Richland at (509) 420-5659 or through its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/richland.
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; check the College Scorecard for other schools in the area.
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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.