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Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose
San Jose, California · Private for-profit career school
Address: 2200 Eastridge Loop, Unit #1004, San Jose, CA 95122 · Phone: (408) 531-9036 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose is a private for-profit trade school in San Jose, California, offering cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 28.0% completion rate, below the California state average of 64.2%; median debt and earnings figures are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose is $36,485, and federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, with 84.1% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 | 62 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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-San Jose is a private for-profit trade campus located in San Jose, California. It 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 since the school participates in Title IV programs. The school's primary program family is cosmetology, with its cosmetology program accounting for 62 completers, making it the campus's main area of training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 28.0%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $36,485. A notably high share of students, 84.1%, receive Pell Grants, suggesting the student population includes many from lower-income backgrounds relying on federal aid.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of about 91 students in a large-city setting, appears to focus on cosmetology training rather than a broad range of trades. Because only enrollment and completion figures are available, prospective students—including adult career changers—should contact the school directly to ask about program length, schedule format, and licensing requirements. To verify accreditation status and review official federal outcome data, prospective students can consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs, which is its sole program family, with 62 completers reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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 28.0%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (408) 531-9036 or visit the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for any future updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $36,485 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 pricing, ownership structure, and how federal aid dollars are used compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the provided federal data; contact the school directly at (408) 531-9036 or via its website for current schedule and duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data provided does not specify program length or schedule flexibility, so career changers should contact the school directly to confirm whether the cosmetology program fits their needs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose at (408) 531-9036 or through its website, https://paulmitchell.edu/sanjose.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This specific comparison is not reported in the provided federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes with other cosmetology 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.