C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
55/100 · earnings-weighted

Paul Mitchell the School-Sacramento

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Sacramento, California 95825
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 (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 87%
Outcomes
B+
77/100
Affordability
D
42/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
33/100

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

342
Total Enrollment
87%
Graduation Rate
95%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
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-Sacramento, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$30,336
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$22,355
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$6,333
Median debt at graduation
78.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
54.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 21% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 32nd percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). 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-Sacramento

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$15,322$32,313+23%#144 of 1025#334$6,333

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: $401,872
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,710/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 95838 (4.3% cap, Sacramento)

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🏆 Where Paul Mitchell the School-Sacramento Ranks

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

#4
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
of 100 schools
#10
Barbering/Barber
of 100 schools
#17
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

71%
Receive Any Aid
48%
Receive Pell Grants
62%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

342
Total Students
84%
Women
53%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 30%
Hispanic 27%
Black 18%
Asian 13%
Two or More 9%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 53%
25-64 (Adult) 42%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Paul Mitchell the School-Sacramento?
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-Sacramento?
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-Sacramento?
The graduation rate at Paul Mitchell the School-Sacramento is 87%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Paul Mitchell the School-Sacramento a good school?
Paul Mitchell the School-Sacramento has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (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-Sacramento?
Paul Mitchell the School-Sacramento has a total enrollment of 342 students.

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