Is Paul Mitchell the School-Missouri Columbia worth it?
Paul Mitchell the School-Missouri Columbia is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Columbia, Missouri (midsize city). It awarded 201 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology; aesthetician and skin care specialist; and cosmetology, barber nail instructor.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$22,267
Median earnings 4 years after
$31,489
Median earnings 10 years after
$27,715
Average net price
$13,460
Completion rate
69%
Completions (2024)
201
Years to pay back
1.7 years
Students (undergrad)
107
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $22,267 | $30,786 | 107 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 100 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 71 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 20 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 10 |
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Sources: federal figures for Paul Mitchell the School-Missouri Columbia. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Missouri. Counts under 10 are not published.
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