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Paul Mitchell the School-Tulsa
Tulsa, Oklahoma · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 14002 East 21st Street Suite 1050, Tulsa, OK 74134 · Phone: (918) 932-2779 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Tulsa is a private for-profit trade school in Tulsa, Oklahoma offering cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 55.7% completion rate, below the state average of 69.1%, with median graduate debt of $10,150.
Annual cost of attendance is $26,370, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid; 53.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $18,980 | $29,650 | $44,260 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Oklahoma (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 | 105 | $17,398 | $15,879 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $17,398 | $15,879 | $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-Tulsa is a private for-profit trade school located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus's core offering is cosmetology training, with cosmetology schools representing its top program area and 106 recent completers out of a total undergraduate enrollment of 234.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 55.7%, which is below the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,150. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,370, and 53.1% 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 cosmetology rather than a broad associate-degree pathway, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data, so prospective students—including career changers—should confirm schedules and time-to-completion directly with the school. To verify current accreditation standing and review the latest federal outcome figures, prospective students can check the NACCAS accreditation database and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Contacting the school directly is recommended for details not captured in federal reporting, such as class schedules, licensing exam pass rates, or specific curriculum structure, since these are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Paul Mitchell the School-Tulsa offers cosmetology programs, its only listed program family, with 106 recent completers.
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 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 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 55.7%, which is below the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,150, 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; check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $26,370.
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 rates, financial aid eligibility, and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (918) 932-2779 or visit its website to confirm schedules.
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/?486567.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program length or scheduling flexibility, so career changers should contact the school directly to confirm fit for their situation.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details on cosmetology licensing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Tulsa at (918) 932-2779 or visit https://paulmitchell.edu/tulsa for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare 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.