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The Temple-A Paul Mitchell Partner School
Frederick, Maryland · Private for-profit career school
Address: 22 W Church St, Frederick, MD 21701 · Phone: (301) 682-7550 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Temple-A Paul Mitchell Partner School is a private for-profit trade school in Frederick, MD offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 88.9% completion rate versus a 46.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings of $27,891 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at The Temple-A Paul Mitchell Partner School is $33,491, federal financial aid is accepted, and 37.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,830 | $36,420 | $47,590 |
| Barbers | $32,720 | $35,400 | $48,670 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maryland (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 | 76 | $20,917 | $20,703 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $20,917 | $20,703 | $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
The Temple-A Paul Mitchell Partner School is a private for-profit trade school located in Frederick, Maryland, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. Its two program families are cosmetology and barbering, with cosmetology schools (76 completers) making up the bulk of enrollment and barber schools (5 completers) as a smaller offering.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 88.9%, which is above the Maryland state average of 46.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $27,891. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $33,491, and 37.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus appears geared toward students pursuing hands-on, hair- and grooming-related trades rather than general academic study, with cosmetology as the dominant track. Given the size of the program (140 undergraduates total) and its focus, it may suit career changers interested in cosmetology or barbering, though program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review outcome figures 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 cosmetology programs (76 completers) and barber programs (5 completers), making up its two program families.
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 loans and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 88.9%, which is above the Maryland state average of 46.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $27,891.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $33,491, according to federal data.
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 and the type of institutional oversight 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 directly at (301) 682-7550 or via its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review 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 school's focused cosmetology and barbering programs may suit career changers interested in those trades, though specific adult-learner accommodations are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology and barbering are not reported in federal data; contact the school or Maryland's licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (301) 682-7550 or visit its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/frederick.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare institutions directly.
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.