Bellus Academy - National City offers a career oriented education in the cosmetology industry. The school is located in National City, California, which is in a predominantly metropolitan area. Bellus Academy - National City is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and has done so continuously for the last 39 consecutive years. This school's cosmetology program is constructed to prepare students for gainful employment upon completion, having provided all the skills necessary to prepare students for licensure and entry into the beauty industry. The cosmetology programs being taught at this school are:
Around 410 students completed programs at Bellus Academy - National City over the past couple years. The student loan default rate last reported, which covers years 2007-2009, averaged around 14% for students taking loans to pay for this school.
Bellus Academy - National City provides job placement options for graduating students in need of employment. Local and state licensing procedures may vary, and as such it is suggested students lookup obtaining a license in cosmetology. For additional information regarding licensure preparation, interested students may visit the school's website.
Programs Offered
The list below shows all the programs that may be offered at Bellus Academy – National City. 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 (760) 252-2411.
Barber
The barber programs listed below are broken down by the number of contact hours offered.
1,500 Contact Hours
- Estimated tuition and fees: $20,000 per year*
- Cost of required supplies: $2,300*
- Takes about 11 months to complete
1,800 Contact Hours
- Estimated tuition and fees: $24,000 per year*
- Cost of required supplies: $4,200*
- Takes about 13 months to complete
Cosmetology (1,600 Hours)
The cosmetology program takes about twelve months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $21,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $3,300*
- 30 students completed the cosmetology program last year
- Takes about 12 months to complete
Get more information about cosmetology and see other schools listed by visiting our cosmetology schools page.
Personal Grooming Arts (1,750 Hours)
Personal grooming arts program takes approximately thirteen months to complete. Students who complete this program may be eligible to pursue licensing.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $26,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $4,700*
- 19 students completed the personal grooming arts program last year
- Takes about 13 months to complete
Hair Styling
The hair styling programs listed below are broken down by the number of contact hours offered.
1,900 Contact Hours
- Estimated tuition and fees: $30,000 per year*
- Cost of required supplies: $5,100*
- Takes about 14 months to complete
1,750 Contact Hours
- Estimated tuition and fees: $26,000 per year*
- Cost of required supplies: $3,600*
- Takes about 13 months to complete
Notes:
*Amounts for tuition, fees, and supplies are an estimate which are calculated based on historical data and should be solely used for informational purposes only.
**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimates and should be treated as informational tools only, contact the school for official information.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average annual "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $24,200. To calculate a more personalized cost check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $75 application fee for students applying to the school. The financial aid department provides information and resources for students seeking out financial options. Their phone number is (619) 474-6607 x301. The tuition and financial aid figures listed show various costs that students may encounter at Bellus Academy. The numbers may not be accurate due to changing factors in a given year, and are only intended to provide a guideline for students.
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 tuition rates that will remain the same as the first year 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 | 96% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 87% | $4,627 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 83% | $9,536 |
Other Cosmetology Schools Nearby
The list of nearby cosmetology schools below offer beauty and cosmetology programs similar to Bellus Academy – National City. Click the links below to get a detailed profile for each school.
- Paul Mitchell the School - San Diego in Tampa, FL (5 miles away)
- California Hair Design Academy in Garden Grove, CA (7 miles away)
- Bellus Academy - El Cajon in Irvine, CA (12 miles away)
- Academy of Hair Design - Poway in Princeton, WV (20 miles away)
- Palomar Institute of Cosmetology in Atlanta, GA (32 miles away)