Is Paul Mitchell the School-Portsmouth worth it?
Paul Mitchell the School-Portsmouth is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Portsmouth, New Hampshire (small suburb). It awarded 42 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology; and cosmetology, barber nail instructor.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$23,663
Median earnings 4 years after
$31,050
Average net price
$29,986
Completion rate
95%
Completions (2024)
42
Years to pay back
3.9 years
Students (undergrad)
73
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $23,332 | N/A | 38 |
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 | 41 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 1 |
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Sources: federal figures for Paul Mitchell the School-Portsmouth. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New Hampshire. Counts under 10 are not published.
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