Is Paul Mitchell the School-Sherman Oaks worth it?
Paul Mitchell the School-Sherman Oaks is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Sherman Oaks, California (large city). It awarded 157 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care specialist and barbering.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$15,181
Median earnings 4 years after
$24,361
Median earnings 10 years after
$26,262
Average net price
$27,101
Completion rate
75%
Completions (2024)
157
Years to pay back
4.4 years
Students (undergrad)
286
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $14,600 | $23,421 | 168 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 72 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 57 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 28 |
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Sources: federal figures for Paul Mitchell the School-Sherman Oaks. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for California. Counts under 10 are not published.
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