Cosmetology at Paul Mitchell the School-Cleveland

Twinsburg, OH · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a compact campus enrolling 142 students in Twinsburg, OH.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $19,778/yr, edging above the $17,289 national average for Cosmetology — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand for this trade.

Some AI exposure exists in Cosmetology's career paths, with 24% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 26% gap from the optimistic case.

At $9,833 in median debt against $19,778 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance quickly — a hallmark of affordable trade programs.

At #478 of 1,095 Cosmetology programs, Paul Mitchell the School-Cleveland scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.

Earnings grow from $19,778 to $26,405 over five years — a 34% increase that's moderate and in line with typical trade career progression.

Cosmetology offers 5 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

43 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
40
Low End
43
Score
44
High End
Earnings $19,778/yr (14% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$280K
7.5% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$9,833
6.0 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$26,405
34% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Cosmetology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Personal service managers, all other $61,340 +6.5% 48%
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance $50,280 +8.1% 66%
First-line supervisors of personal service workers $47,080 +6.7% 59%
Personal service managers, all other
$61,340
+6.5% growth 48% AI-proof
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50,280
+8.1% growth 66% AI-proof
First-line supervisors of personal service workers
$47,080
+6.7% growth 59% AI-proof

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Cosmetology Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Cosmetology careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering personal services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Paul Mitchell the School-Cleveland's Cosmetology program score?
A score of 43/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Cosmetology. Earnings, ROI, or job market factors are pulling the score down.
Can I learn Cosmetology through an apprenticeship instead of Paul Mitchell the School-Cleveland?
There are 5 registered apprenticeships connected to Cosmetology occupations, such as Barber and Cosmetologist. The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
Will Cosmetology graduates from Paul Mitchell the School-Cleveland find jobs?
With approximately 145,700 annual openings across mapped careers, Cosmetology offers a very large employment pool. Paul Mitchell the School-Cleveland graduates enter a market shaped by consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →