Cosmetology at Paul Mitchell the School-Tampa

Tampa, FL · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a compact campus enrolling 136 students in Tampa, FL.

Program Analysis

At $16,464/yr, Cosmetology graduates from Paul Mitchell the School-Tampa land near the $17,289 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The 39% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Cosmetology career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

The median debt load of $7,232 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

A #736 ranking among 1,095 Cosmetology programs places Paul Mitchell the School-Tampa in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $16,464-to-$25,624 earnings arc over five years reflects a 56% gain — well above average career growth for trade school graduates.

The 5 apprenticeship pathways connected to Cosmetology reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

42 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
38
Low End
42
Score
43
High End
Earnings $16,464/yr (-5% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$285K
11.7% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$7,232
5.3 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$25,624
56% growth from Year 1

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

What can you do with a Cosmetology credential from Paul Mitchell the School-Tampa? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Cosmetology at Paul Mitchell the School-Tampa?
At 42/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Cosmetology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Cosmetology program at Paul Mitchell the School-Tampa?
Yes — 5 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Cosmetology career paths, including Barber. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Paul Mitchell the School-Tampa.
How sensitive is Cosmetology to AI disruption?
AI sensitivity is moderate-to-notable: a 39% difference between optimistic and pessimistic outcomes. The base case — our most likely scenario — falls between these extremes.
Will Cosmetology graduates from Paul Mitchell the School-Tampa find jobs?
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 →