Average

Score: 52/100

Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Costa Mesa, California 92626

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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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 86%

Outcomes

68/100

Affordability

43/100

Resources

C+

61/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

33/100

Quick Stats

347

Total Enrollment

86%

Graduation Rate

67%

Retention Rate

12.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $1,450,614
Avg rent near campus: $3,030/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92704 (2.7% cap, Santa Ana)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

75%

Receive Any Aid

56%

Receive Pell Grants

63%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 143 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 134 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 56 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa's top programs commonly pursue.

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Student Demographics

347

Total Students

83%

Women

55%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 36%

Hispanic 49%

Black 3%

Asian 6%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%

25-64 (Adult) 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa?

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-Costa Mesa?

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-Costa Mesa?

The graduation rate at Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa is 86%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa a good school?

Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): 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 (D): 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-Costa Mesa?

Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa has a total enrollment of 347 students.

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