C
Average
Score: 47/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
50/100 · earnings-weighted

Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 North Little Rock, Arkansas 72117
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 51%
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
21/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

411
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
98%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$24,765
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$18,994
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,725
Median debt at graduation
71.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
61.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 43% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 38th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AR wage index 0.72). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$14,898$23,265-12%#723 of 1025#485$13,057

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $152,448
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,137/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 72114 (10.3% cap, North Little Rock)

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🏆 Where Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#9
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other
of 34 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
82%
Receive Pell Grants
90%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

411
Total Students
94%
Women
64%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Hispanic 4%
Black 28%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%
25-64 (Adult) 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock?
The graduation rate at Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock is 51%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock a good school?
Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock?
Paul Mitchell the School-Little Rock has a total enrollment of 411 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology