Cosmetology at Paul Mitchell the School-Normal
a compact campus enrolling 79 students in Normal, IL.
Program Analysis
At $19,827 per year, Cosmetology graduates from Paul Mitchell the School-Normal earn slightly above the $17,289 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.
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 33% gap from the optimistic case.
The median debt load of $9,833 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.
At #484 of 1,095 Cosmetology programs, Paul Mitchell the School-Normal scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.
Earnings grow from $19,827 to $28,723 over five years — a 45% 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.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
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% |
Cosmetology Career Guide
See the full career breakdown for Cosmetology — job titles, salary ranges, and growth projections for graduates from Paul Mitchell the School-Normal and 1094 other schools.