Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa
Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Costa Mesa, CA. It offers 3 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page.
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa is Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $10,765. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist programs ($9,978). The length of the program is 600 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 5 months.
The following table shows the 3 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $10,765 | $2,639 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $9,978 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $14,100 | $2,569 | 1,000 Hours | 10 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Barbering/Barber | $14,100 | $2,480 | 1,000 Hours | 10 Months | $14,546 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 395 students attended Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 24 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 8 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 37 (full-time) and 11 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa is 82% and the retention rate is 86% at the school.
| Student Population | 395 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 82% |
| Number of Faculty | 32 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 12 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa is $10,765
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
43% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,240 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $10,765 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,639 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $7,128 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $6,071 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,240 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa offers 3 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 333 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 134 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 199 |
| Total | 3 | 0 | 333 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 333 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 134 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 199 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 134 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 134 |
| Total | 134 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 199 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 143 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 56 |
| Total | 199 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 395 students have enrolled into Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa. By gender, 56 male and 339 female students are attending the school.
There are 141 White (35.70%), 15 Black/African American (3.80%), 189 Hispanic (47.85%), 20 Asian (5.06%), and 216 students with other races. 1 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 395 | 56 | 339 |
| American Indian/Native American | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Asian | 20 | 3 | 17 |
| Black/African American | 15 | 2 | 13 |
| Hispanic | 189 | 39 | 150 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| White | 141 | 8 | 133 |
| Two More | 10 | 1 | 9 |
| Un-Known | 13 | 2 | 11 |
| Non-resident Alien | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 3309 Hyland Ave., Suite J, Costa Mesa, CA
- 714-546-8786
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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