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Paul Mitchell the School-Twin Falls
Twin Falls, Idaho · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 113 Main Ave E, Twin Falls, ID 83301 · Phone: (208) 736-4972 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul Mitchell the School-Twin Falls is a private for-profit trade school in Twin Falls, Idaho, offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 63.6% completion rate versus a 71.0% state average, and graduates earn a median of $27,947 ten years after entry. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Paul Mitchell the School-Twin Falls is $29,089, and federal financial aid can be used here, with 66.3% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $22,810 | $35,480 | $37,710 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $25,150 | $34,910 | $40,220 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Idaho (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 | 33 | $14,462 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $14,462 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $14,462 | 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-Twin Falls is a private for-profit trade school located in Twin Falls, Idaho, a small city setting. 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. The campus's top programs are cosmetology (35 completers) and nail technician training (4 completers), with 3 program offerings in total and 39 trade completers reported.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 63.6%, which is below the Idaho state average of 71.0%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $27,947. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,089, and 66.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on cosmetology or nail technology training rather than multi-year associate degree programs, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should weigh the below-average completion rate and reported earnings against program cost. To verify accreditation status and review the latest outcome figures independently, contact the school directly or consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers cosmetology programs (35 completers) and nail technician programs (4 completers), totaling 3 programs across these families.
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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 63.6%, which is below the Idaho state average of 71.0%, per federal data.
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 (208) 736-4972 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $27,947, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $29,089.
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 the way financial aid and outcomes are structured 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 directly at (208) 736-4972 or visit its website for details.
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 link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from these figures alone; contact the school to discuss scheduling.
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 to ask about state licensing steps for cosmetology or nail technology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul Mitchell the School-Twin Falls at (208) 736-4972 or through its website, https://paulmitchell.edu/twinfalls.
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; consult the College Scorecard to compare schools 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.