Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City
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What Are the Key Stats for Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City?
Total Enrollment
66
Program Completions
47
Last reported year
Average Net Price
$21,291
After financial aid
Retention Rate
80%
Full-time students
How Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City Compares
66 students places Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City on the smaller end of trade-college scale, where more peer schools enroll several hundred to a few thousand. Retention is 80%. Smaller schools usually mean tighter cohorts and more direct instructor access — particularly valuable in hands-on training.
Where is Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City?
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Is Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City Accredited?
- Accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) Since about 1985 · Next review January 2028
Source: U.S. Department of Education, Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), as of October 2026. Reported by accrediting agencies; not audited.
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
In the Cosmetology | Certificate | In-person program at Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City, 18% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 63% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,281 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology | Certificate | In-person | 63% | 18% | 14% | $6,281 |
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Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Explore Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City
Enrollment
Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City enrolls 66 students. The student body is 92.4% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 80% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.
View Full DetailsAcademics
Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City maintains a 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a excellent 80% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. With very high enrollment intensity, students engage deeply in their studies and campus activities.
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Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City offers programs in 2 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist, and Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist. In 2025, the college awarded 47 degrees and certificates across all programs.
View Full DetailsFinancial Aid
After financial aid, the average net price is $21,291. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.
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Contact Information
Rapid City, SD, 57701
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Cost Information
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 11 months $16,450
- Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 6 months $8,100
- Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 6 months $9,500
- Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 6 months $5,700
- Books and supplies $2,900
- Housing and food (off campus) $20,490
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