Bellus Academy-El Cajon
Bellus Academy-El Cajon is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in El Cajon, CA. It offers 6 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, Inc. (7/1/1974 - Current[Estimated Date]).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Bellus Academy-El Cajon is Master Aesthetician/Esthetician and the 2025 tuition and fees is $15,465. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Master Aesthetician/Esthetician programs ($14,525). The length of the program is 900 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 8 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Bellus Academy-El Cajon.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Master Aesthetician/Esthetician | $15,465 | $1,457 | 900 Hours | 8 Months | $14,525 |
| 2 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $10,798 | $556 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $9,978 |
| 3 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $25,208 | $3,458 | 1,500 Hours | 11 Months | $16,042 |
| 4 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $16,850 | $2,008 | 1,000 Hours | 8 Months | $16,042 |
| 5 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $23,759 | $3,471 | 1,600 Hours | 12 Months | $16,042 |
| 6 | Barbering/Barber | $26,571 | $4,211 | 1,800 Hours | 13 Months | $14,546 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 157 students attended Bellus Academy-El Cajon in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 15 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 2 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 24 (full-time) and 2 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Bellus Academy-El Cajon is 72% and transfer-out rate is 8%. The retention rate is 100% at the school.
| Student Population | 157 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 72% |
| Number of Faculty | 17 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 11 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Bellus Academy-El Cajon is $15,465
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
68% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,341 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $15,465 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,457 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $18,405 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $5,775 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,341 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Bellus Academy-El Cajon offers 6 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate, 4 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 177 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 3 | 0 | 110 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 177 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Bellus Academy-El Cajon are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 177 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 58 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 110 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 9 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 58 completers |
| Make-Up Artist/Specialist | ✕ | 0 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 58 |
| Total | 58 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 110 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 53 |
| Master Aesthetician/Esthetician | ✕ | 57 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts (other) | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 110 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 9 completers |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 9 |
| Total | 9 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 157 students have enrolled into Bellus Academy-El Cajon. By gender, 4 male and 153 female students are attending the school.
There are 67 White (42.68%), 16 Black/African American (10.19%), 52 Hispanic (33.12%), 4 Asian (2.55%), and 70 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 157 | 4 | 153 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Black/African American | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| Hispanic | 52 | 1 | 51 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 67 | 2 | 65 |
| Two More | 17 | 1 | 16 |
| Un-Known | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 1073 E Main St, El Cajon, CA
- 619-442-3407
- School Website
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