ACADEMY OF HAIR DESIGN - POWAY
- 13266 Poway Rd
- Poway, CA 92064
- OPEID College Code: 02343400
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- General Phone: (858) 748-1490 x0
- President: Lynelle Lynch
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 391
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Bellus Academy is nationally recognized as innovators in beauty and wellness education. We are located 30 minutes north of San Diego in the heart of Poway. We are highly respected for our post-graduation placement and licensure rates. Our instructional team provides students with one of the finest technical educations available in the nation.
In 2007, our Poway campus expanded by 6,000 additional square feet and performed a two million dollar renovation. We now have a state-of-the-art training facility complete with the finest spa and salon equipment and instructional tools. The student clinic is mirrored after the five-star salons and spas that prepare our students and welcome their clients.
Features
- Professional reception and retail boutique stocked with the finest product and experienced floor instructors
- Professional salon featuring cosmetology, spa pedicure and manicuring stations
- Esthetic clinic with private client spaces
- Massage clinic with private client spaces
- Hydrotherapy Tub room
- Vichy Shower room
- Individual freshman and intermediate classrooms for all courses.
- Make-up classroom
- The latest in audio/visual equipment including flat screens and projectors
Bellus S.T.A.R. Precision Haircutting System
The S.T.A.R. Precision Haircutting System, developed by Artistic Director Diego Raviglione and Master Educator Nick Berardi, is a precision haircutting system designed to give the best foundation in the art of haircutting. S.T.A.R. is the only haircutting system that evolves as the student’s technical skills and creativity become stronger, providing support to nurture the novice to the master stylist. The S.T.A.R. iPhone and iPad apps allow you to learn anytime, anywhere by watching all the videos on your mobile device or computer.
Bellus Academy is the only academy that currently offers the S.T.A.R. Precision Haircutting System and Nick Education. Nick Education is the premiere online education site, with professional members internationally. Lifetime support program is included to carry you through your entire career as a master stylist.
- Student Services
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.bellusacademy.edu

- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $75.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 77%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 52% | 43% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,115 | $2,929 | - | - |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.2% | 4.4% | 1.2% |
| Number in Default | 12 | 8 | 2 |
| Number in Repayment | 146 | 179 | 162 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $14,000 | $13,425 | $11,925 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,000 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $26,388 | $25,416 | $24,720 |
| Other Expenses | $9,864 | $9,492 | $9,228 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $10,812 | $10,404 | $10,104 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $52,252 | $50,833 | $48,373 |
| Off Campus with Family | $26,812 | $26,329 | $24,529 |
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology | $16,000 | 1,600 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Esthetician | $9,000 | 600 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
| Esthetician | $13,725 | 750 Contact Hours | 6 Months |
| Cosmetology | $20,725 | 1,750 Contact Hours | 13 Months |
| Personal Grooming Arts | $12,500 | 1,000 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Make-Up Artist | $4,800 | 150 Contact Hours | 1 Months |
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Health Services Degree | - |
| Massage Therapy Degree | 1 |
| Personal and Culinary Services | |
| Cosmetology Degree | 95 |
| Esthetician Degree | 91 |
| Facial Treatment Specialist Degree | 7 |
| Make-Up Artist Degree | 10 |
| Nail Technician Degree | 6 |
| Personal Grooming Arts, Other Degree | 17 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 391 Undergraduate: 391
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 17 Female: 374
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 17 Female: 374
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 391 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 391 Part-Time: 0
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 3 | 0.8% |
| Black | 20 | 5% |
| Asian | 31 | 8% |
| Hispanic | 95 | 24% |
| White | 233 | 60% |
| Unknown | 9 | 2% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 0.5% |
| Ages 18-19 | 78 | 20% |
| Ages 20-21 | 78 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 65 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 77 | 20% |
| Ages 30-34 | 38 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 24 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 18 | 5% |
| Ages 50-65 | 11 | 3% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 41 | 36 | 5 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 20 | 17 | 3 |
| Primarily Instruction | 20 | 17 | 3 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 5 | 5 | - |
| Other Professionals | 12 | 11 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 86%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 65% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 60% |
| Female | 65% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| American Indian | 60% |
| Black | 45% |
| Asian | 57% |
| Hispanic | 63% |
| White | 69% |
| Unknown | 61% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 1 | - |
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