Mitchells Academy is in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Raleigh, NC. The school is classified as a private, for-profit college. Students at Mitchells Academy earn degrees up to the Certificate.
The most common major fields study at the school include beauty and cosmetology.
Mitchells Academy does not admit all applicants.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 123 students (167 full-time equivalent).
Many students at Mitchells Academy are part-timers.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"To reach out to every Mitchell's Hair Styling Academy student and teach them a marketable skill through an educational environment that features quality classroom instruction and practical experience."
More complete details are provided below.
Mitchells Academy
1301 Buck Jones Rd
Raleigh, NC 27606
General Phone: (919) 469-5807
http://www.mitchells.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 107 | cosmetology |
Number of programs and degrees for Mitchells Academy in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 107 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Mitchells Academy had a total enrollment of 123 students (167 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 5% |
| Women | 95% |
| Full-Time | 72% |
| Part-Time | 28% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 58% |
| Black | 35% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 35% |
| 20-21 | 30% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 87 % |
| Part-Time | 74 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 72% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Raleigh, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 57 | 57 | 100% | 57 | 100% |
| Men | 3 | 3 | 100% | 3 | 100% |
| Women | 54 | 54 | 100% | 54 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Financial Aid:
Mitchells Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2056501)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Mitchells Academy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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