Find your niche. Follow your passion. Shape your future. You can make it happen—and we can help.
Start a beauty career and learn real-world haircutting, coloring, styling, and makeup.
Future barbers learn classic short haircuts, tapers, fades, beard grooming, and shaves.
Future nail artists learn manicures, pedicures, nail enhancements, and creative designs.
Our teacher training program emphasizes how to teach theory and practical skills.
Explore our campus, programs, schedule options, financial aid information and more – virtually! Schedule your Virtual Tour and Career Planning Session today to connect directly with our school’s Enrollment Team.
Request a Virtual TourHave you or someone you know dreamed of a career in the beauty industry? Paul Mitchell Schools are giving away $1 million in scholarships nationwide and this could be your chance to pursue your dream.
Learn MoreLong known for its hospitality, affordability, and abundant recreational activities, South Carolina’s capital and largest city is an up-and-coming center for business and career opportunities. This makes Paul Mitchell Beauty School Columbia the perfect place to grow as a stylist and launch your dream career.
Our 14,500-square-foot campus enjoys a prime location in the Vista, Columbia’s trendy downtown arts and entertainment district. This lively destination is filled with boutiques, restaurants, museums, and much more.
Come launch your beauty career in Columbia, the city ‘where friendliness flows.’
Visit Our CampusWe love supporting the dreams of our Future Professionals. That’s why our Financial Aid Office at our Columbia campus is here to help educate you on the types of financial aid. There are several financial aid, alternative funding, and scholarship options available to those who qualify.
Explore Your Financial OptionsOur students (we call them Future Professionals) donate their time, talent and energy to various charities through cut-a-thons, fashion shows and countless other fundraising events and philanthropic activities. We make a difference—and have fun doing it!
See How We Give BackWhether they’re at home, in the classroom, or hiking along Lake Murray, our students always have access to their assignments, the latest school news, and career tips from beauty industry leaders at their fingertips.
Find Out HowAt Paul Mitchell The School Columbia, education doesn’t end at the classroom door. Our student-run Green Team teaches our school and local communities how to respect the Earth and find innovative ways to reduce, reuse and recycle.
Learn MoreLearn more about our graduation, placement, and licensure rates, and much more.