Paul Mitchell The School Gastonia - Cosmetology School
Since our opening in 1995, Paul Mitchell The School Gastonia has established itself as an industry leader, giving our Future Professionals the advantage of a well-respected institution. Our illustrious past, successful present, and fabulous future are the reasons why so many choose to come to our school for their education.
Our beauty school is located in a completely modernized, 14,000-square-foot facility in the Water Tower Shopping Center in Central Gastonia. At Paul Mitchell The School Gastonia, our beauty school’s staff is as experienced as they come, with combined experience of over 260 years. Their number-one priority is your future, and they use their years of experience to ensure it is a bright one.
Interested in becoming a part of our Paul Mitchell Gastonia family? Learn more about our programs, or get started by submitting your application.
Visit Our CampusCosmetology
Start your cosmetology education and learn real-world haircutting, coloring, styling, makeup, skin care, and nails. You’ll explore the fundamentals and theory in the classroom, then practice skills like braiding, extensions, and other popular techniques in a salon environment, using professional products, tools, and skills.
Cosmetology (1500 hrs)
Teacher Training
Our Teacher Training program uses various methodologies to teach instructors how to facilitate theory and practical lessons, along with the necessary skill sets to evaluate student performance with proper coaching and feedback, and to prepare students for their cosmetology, barbering, or esthetician state board examination.
Cosmetology Instructor (800 hrs)
Financial Aid
and Scholarships
We love supporting the dreams of our Future Professionals. That’s why our Financial Aid Office at our Gastonia 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 Options
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
IN GASTONIA
Our cosmetology school 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 Back
Digital Support
Whether they’re at home, in the classroom, or hiking around Rankin Lake, our cosmetology school students in Gastonia always have access to their assignments, the latest school news, and career tips from beauty industry leaders at their fingertips.
Find Out How
Student Teams
At Paul Mitchell The School Gastonia, 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.
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COVID-19 INFORMATION
We are committed to the health and well-being of our entire school community. For health and safety resources, and current information, visit our dedicated COVID-19 page.
CONSUMER INFORMATION
Learn more about our graduation, placement, and licensure rates, and much more.
School Disclosure
Title IX Coordinator
Sharon Sullivan
284 East Garrison Boulevard,
Gastonia, NC 28054
sharons@gastonia.paulmitchell.edu
704-864-8723