Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto
Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto is a private for-profit trade school in Modesto, California, enrolling about 218 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 79.69% at 150% of normal time.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,246 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 218 59.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 79.69%
Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto: what the data shows
Common questions about Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto?
Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto is located in Modesto, CA (ZIP 95350).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto public or private?
Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto cost?
Average net price after aid: $17,246.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,929 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,619 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $18,185 |
| $110,001+ | $20,936 |
How big is Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto?
Total enrollment: 218 students.
About 59% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto?
150%-time completion rate: 79.69%.
First-year retention: 96.5%.
What do graduates of Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto earn?
Median earnings: $21,460 six years after entry; $28,691 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $6,211.
63.14% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (320 completions)
- Architectural Sciences and Technology (150 completions)
- Cosmetology & Personal Grooming Services (97 completions)
- Real Estate Development (51 completions)
- CIP 120402 (22 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 79.69%; median earnings $28,691 at 10 years; net price $17,246. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$N/A
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,246
2024 Value
In 2024 Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,246.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$68,984 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,246 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto.
Financial Aid by Income Level
63.14% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
63.98% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | — | — | $8,011 |
| 2014 | — | — | $8,323 |
| 2015 | — | — | $6,812 |
| 2016 | — | — | $7,965 |
| 2017 | — | — | $8,510 |
| 2018 | — | — | $7,977 |
| 2019 | — | — | $10,679 |
| 2020 | — | — | $11,603 |
| 2021 | — | — | $15,136 |
| 2022 | — | — | $17,406 |
| 2023 | — | — | $17,550 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
59.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto in 2024 is 218 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
96.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
3.13% 100% Completion Time
79.69% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 3.13% of students graduating from Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto.
Return on Investment
$6,211 Median Student Debt
$28,691 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
21.65% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
315.91% Return on Investment
2.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto.
Top Programs by Completions
5 Programs Reporting Data
Architectural Sciences and Technology: 150 completions
Cosmetology & Personal Grooming Services: 97 completions
Real Estate Development: 51 completions
CIP 12.0402: 22 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 320 completions
Most popular programs at Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto graduates.
About
Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto is a private for-profit institution located in Modesto, CA, offering 5 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 218 students. The institution maintains a 79.69% graduation rate. Approximately 63.14% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Location
Modesto, CA 95350
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto cost?
Reported in-state tuition is N/A and average net price is $17,246 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto earn?
Median earnings are $21,460 six years after entry and $28,691 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto?
The 150%-time completion rate is 79.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $6,211.
How big is Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto?
Total enrollment is about 218 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto public or private?
Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto is a private for-profit institution located in Modesto, CA.
Is Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto an HBCU?
No. Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto a tribal college?
No. Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto reports 61.0% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.