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Paul Mitchell the School-Springfield
Springfield, Missouri · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 3017 S Kansas Expy, Springfield, MO 65807 · Phone: 4178812110102 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Springfield is a private for-profit trade school in Springfield, Missouri, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 80.0% completion rate versus a 69.3% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,917 and median earnings of $25,931 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Springfield is $23,884, federal financial aid can be used here, and 54.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $29,790 | $45,200 | $67,970 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $28,600 | $30,750 | $38,130 |
| Barbers | $36,710 | $47,880 | $76,460 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $28,600 | $39,100 | $48,410 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Missouri (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, 300–899 hours | 139 | $17,769 | $14,375 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 79 | $17,769 | $14,375 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 46 | $17,769 | $14,375 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 42 | $17,769 | $14,375 | $7,917 |
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-Springfield is a private for-profit trade school located in Springfield, Missouri. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV). The campus offers four program families, with the most-awarded credentials in esthetician schools (139 completions), cosmetology schools (79 completions), and barber schools (46 completions).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 80.0%, which is above the Missouri state average of 69.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,931. The annual cost of attendance is $23,884, and 54.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students from lower-income backgrounds. Enrollment stands at 297 undergraduates, with 306 trade completers reported.
Given its focus on cosmetology, esthetics, barbering, and nail technology, this campus is oriented toward students seeking hands-on, career-focused training rather than a traditional degree path; program lengths are not reported here, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status with NACCAS and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Any figures not listed above, such as specific program lengths or placement rates, are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers esthetician, cosmetology, barber, and nail technician programs. The most-awarded credentials are esthetician schools (139 completions), cosmetology schools (79), and barber schools (46).
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-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 80.0%, which is above the Missouri state average of 69.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,931.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $23,884.
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 how outcomes should be compared to public or non-profit alternatives.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at 4178812110102 or via https://paulmitchell.edu/springfield to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455080.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The programs are career-focused in cosmetology, esthetics, barbering, and nail technology, which may suit those changing careers, but specific scheduling or format for adult learners is not reported in federal data; check with the school directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, esthetics, barbering, and nail technology fields are set by Missouri state boards and are not detailed in this federal data; contact the school for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at 4178812110102 or visit https://paulmitchell.edu/springfield for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455080 to compare campuses directly.
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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.