Bellus Academy - El Cajon is located in El Cajon, CA, and is a beauty school that focuses on cosmetology education. For the last 39 years this school has received its accreditation from the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. The school offers a comprehensive cosmetology program that teaches the skills and abilities necessary to pursue licensure and long term employment upon graduation. In addition to cosmetology, this school also has an esthetics program, for individuals who wish to focus on skin care.
Over 300 students have enrolled at this school over the last couple of years. Bellus Academy - El Cajon reported students had a federal loan default rate of approximately 17% in 2009.
Bellus Academy - El Cajon offers help with finding job options for students. State and county licensing procedures may vary, and as such it is recommended students research getting a license in cosmetology. Students can learn more about Bellus Academy - El Cajon, including licensure preparation, by visiting bellusacademy.edu.
Programs Offered
The list below shows all the programs that may be offered at Bellus Academy – El Cajon. Actual programs may differ from the list below, to get an official list of programs offered please visit the school's website or by phone at (949) 451-5100.
Master Esthetician (900 Hours)
The master esthetician program takes about eight months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition and fees: $15,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $1,500*
- 48 students completed the master esthetician program last year
- Takes about 8 months to complete
Esthetician (600 Hours)
Esthetician program takes on average five months to complete. Students who complete this program may be eligible to pursue licensing.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition and fees: $10,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $800*
- 38 students completed this program in the previous reported year
- The length of the esthetician program is usually 5 months
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Cosmetology (1,600 Hours)
The cosmetology program takes about twelve months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition and fees: $21,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $3,300*
- 22 students completed this program in the previous reported year
- The length of the cosmetology program is usually 12 months
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Facial Treatment Specialist (750 Hours)
The facial treatment specialist program offered usually takes about six months to complete and may satisfy education requirements for licensing.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition and fees: $14,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $2,200*
- 10 students completed this program in the previous reported year
- The length of the facial treatment specialist program is usually 6 months
Personal Grooming Arts (1,750 Hours)
Personal grooming arts program takes on average thirteen months to complete. Students who complete this program may be eligible to pursue licensing.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition and fees: $26,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $4,700*
- 13 students completed the personal grooming arts program last year
- Takes about 13 months to complete
Hair Styling (1,750 Hours)
The hair styling program offered usually takes about thirteen months to complete and may satisfy education requirements for licensing.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition and fees: $26,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $3,600*
- Takes about 13 months to complete
Notes:
*The posted costs for tuition, fees and supplies are determined through historical data and may not represent current costs.
**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimated to provide a comparative context. For more detailed information individuals are asked to contact the school.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average annual "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $30,600. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $75 application fee for those applying to a program. The school's financial aid department offers additional information regarding types of aid, how to apply and more. Students may contact the school by calling (619) 442-3407. The financial figures shown on this page provide information regarding costs and fees at Bellus Academy – El Cajon, these numbers may change in a given year due to a variety of factors.
Note: Financial aid is only available for those who qualify, check with the school for details.
Tuition & Fees Information
Alternate Tuition Plan Options Available
- Some programs may have a frozen tuition rate, which means the tuition will stay the same for up to five years.
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 85% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 73% | $4,024 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 79% | $7,993 |
Other Cosmetology Schools Nearby
The list of nearby cosmetology schools below offer beauty and cosmetology programs similar to Bellus Academy – El Cajon. Click the links below to get a detailed profile for each school.
- California Hair Design Academy in Garden Grove, CA (5 miles away)
- Bellus Academy - National City in Barstow, CA (12 miles away)
- Academy of Hair Design - Poway in Princeton, WV (13 miles away)
- Paul Mitchell the School - San Diego in Tampa, FL (14 miles away)
- Palomar Institute of Cosmetology in Atlanta, GA (27 miles away)