Average

Score: 51/100

Paul Mitchell the School-Normal

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Normal, Illinois 61761

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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: 79%

Outcomes

70/100

Affordability

32/100

Resources

65/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

29/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

79%

Graduation Rate

86%

Retention Rate

10.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Paul Mitchell the School-Normal Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $269,750
Avg rent near campus: $1,267/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 61701 (5.0% cap, Bloomington)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

96%

Receive Any Aid

24%

Receive Pell Grants

76%

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 37 grads/yr Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Paul Mitchell the School-Normal'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

Total Students

96%

Women

78%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%

Hispanic 6%

Black 11%

Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 78%

25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Paul Mitchell the School-Normal?

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-Normal?

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-Normal?

The graduation rate at Paul Mitchell the School-Normal is 79%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Paul Mitchell the School-Normal a good school?

Paul Mitchell the School-Normal has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): 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-Normal?

Paul Mitchell the School-Normal has a total enrollment of 79 students. Most students (78%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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