Below Average

Score: 40/100

Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 San Jose, California 95122

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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 (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 33%

Outcomes

35/100

Affordability

42/100

Resources

C+

61/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

13/100

Quick Stats

108

Total Enrollment

33%

Graduation Rate

44%

Retention Rate

12.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

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Avg home value near campus: $972,653
Avg rent near campus: $3,169/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 95113 (4.4% cap, San Jose)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

97%

Receive Any Aid

78%

Receive Pell Grants

89%

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 86 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose'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

Student Demographics

108

Total Students

96%

Women

65%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 16%

Hispanic 69%

Black 4%

Asian 6%

Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 65%

25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose?

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-San Jose?

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-San Jose?

The graduation rate at Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose is 33%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose a good school?

Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose has a Repit College Score of 40/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (D): 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-San Jose?

Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose has a total enrollment of 108 students.

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