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Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia

West Columbia, SC·For-Profit·paulmitchell.edu/columbia

At a Glance

Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia is a small private for-profit college in West Columbia, SC. Approximately 256 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits on Lake Murray, just 9 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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2024-25 Tuition
$18,210
Avg Net Price
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Room & Board
256
Undergraduates
Degree-seeking, all years
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Location

West Columbia, SC

Campus Identity

Lake LifeVery Safe

Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia is a small private for-profit college in West Columbia, SC. Approximately 256 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits on Lake Murray, just 9 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

Campus Lifestyle

Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia is a under 1,000, suburban school. The campus is 108 miles from Sunrise Park Beach, SC and 138 miles from Sapphire Valley Ski Area.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Suburban setting

Beach Access

108 miles

Sunrise Park Beach, SC

Ski Access

138 miles

Sapphire Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

61°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Sapphire Valley Ski Area, 138 miles away with 3 lifts and 8 skiable acres. All are within 154 miles of campus.

138 mi away
8 skiable acres3 lifts
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort

North Carolina

151 mi away
65 skiable acres4 lifts
Sugar Mountain Resort

North Carolina

154 mi away
125 skiable acres8 lifts

Nearest Beach

Students at Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia are 108 miles from Sunrise Park Beach, SC.

Sunrise Park Beach, SC

Ocean access within 108.3 miles

108 mi away

Lake Life Campus

Lake Murray is 9 miles from campus, making it a true lake-life school, giving Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.

Lake Murray

Lake access within 9.4 miles

9 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · West Columbia, SC

West Columbia has a warm climate, with winters averaging 48°F in Jan and summers peaking around 84°F in Jul.

48°Jan52°Feb59°Mar67°Apr75°May81°Jun84°Jul82°Aug77°Sep67°Oct57°Nov50°Dec

Station: COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY OF SC · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia in SC earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

App Fee: $25
$18,210avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

1 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
132 grads/yr$27,448

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate132 grads$27,448

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia located?

Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia is located in West Columbia, SC. The main campus address is 1008 Meeting St, West Columbia, SC. It is a private institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How many students attend Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia?

Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia enrolls 256 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What is the application fee for Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia?

The undergraduate application fee at Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia is $25. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.

Is Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia the right fit for me?

Whether Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($18,210/year after aid), campus culture in West Columbia, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
For-Profit
Location
West Columbia, SC
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 61°F avg
App Fee
$25
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Columbia, SC (CUB) · 5 mialso CAE (5 mi), MMT (16 mi)
Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.