Cosmetology at Paul Mitchell the School-Springfield

Springfield, MO · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a compact campus enrolling 263 students in Springfield, MO.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $20,368 at Paul Mitchell the School-Springfield come in 18% above the national median of $17,289 for Cosmetology programs.

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 0% gap from the optimistic case.

With first-year pay of $20,368 far exceeding the $7,917 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

At #270 of 1,095 nationally, this is a top-5% Cosmetology program. Financial outcomes consistently outperform the vast majority of peers.

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

44 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
40
Low End
44
Score
44
High End
Earnings $20,368/yr (18% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$20K
Reported median after graduation
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Median Debt at Graduation
$7,917
4.7 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$19,597
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

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

What does a 44/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Cosmetology at Paul Mitchell the School-Springfield?
At 44/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Cosmetology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Why does Paul Mitchell the School-Springfield rank so high for Cosmetology?
The #270 ranking out of 1,095 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable, and the job market supports this trade.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Cosmetology graduates?
If Paul Mitchell the School-Springfield's tuition gives you pause, consider that 5 DOL-registered apprenticeship pathways exist for Cosmetology. You'd earn while training, avoiding student debt entirely — though completion takes longer than a certificate program.
How many job openings are there for Cosmetology graduates?
The career paths mapped to Cosmetology have roughly 145,700 combined annual openings nationally, making this a very large job market. Demand is driven by consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →