Bellus Academy
Bellus Academy is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Manhattan, KS. It offers 7 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page.
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Bellus Academy is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $20,064. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,500 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 11 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Bellus Academy.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $20,064 | $3,815 | 1,500 Hours | 11 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $16,993 | $1,204 | 1,000 Hours | 8 Months | $9,978 |
| 3 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $4,799 | $1,012 | 350 Hours | 3 Months | $5,356 |
| 4 | Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts (other) | $24,567 | $5,580 | 1,650 Hours | 12 Months | $10,039 |
| 5 | Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist | $19,509 | $2,970 | 1,150 Hours | 9 Months | $6,435 |
| 6 | Barbering/Barber | $22,956 | $3,009 | 1,500 Hours | 11 Months | $14,546 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 209 students attended Bellus Academy in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 14 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 2 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 26 (full-time) and 2 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Bellus Academy is 74% and transfer-out rate is 6%. The retention rate is 86% at the school.
| Student Population | 209 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 74% |
| Number of Faculty | 16 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Bellus Academy is $20,064
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
73% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,310 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $20,064 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $3,815 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $18,157 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $9,557 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,310 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Bellus Academy offers 7 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 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, 171 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 | 27 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 5 | 0 | 144 |
| Total | 7 | 0 | 171 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Bellus Academy are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 171 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 27 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 144 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 27 completers |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 27 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 27 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 144 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 53 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 6 |
| Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist | ✕ | 28 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 37 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts (other) | ✕ | 20 |
| Total | 144 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 209 students have enrolled into Bellus Academy. By gender, 17 male and 192 female students are attending the school.
There are 140 White (66.99%), 14 Black/African American (6.70%), 31 Hispanic (14.83%), 2 Asian (0.96%), and 53 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 209 | 17 | 192 |
| American Indian/Native American | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Asian | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 14 | 3 | 11 |
| Hispanic | 31 | 5 | 26 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 140 | 7 | 133 |
| Two More | 18 | 1 | 17 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 1130 Westloop Place, Manhattan, KS
- 858-748-1490
- School Website
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