Bellus Academy (Chula Vista) | Beauty Schools Directory

Programs Offered

Barbering / Cosmetology / Esthetics / Nail Technology

Recent Reviews

11/20/2024 via Yelp

11/20/2024
via Yelp

Yamila did an amazing job doing my gel manicure! From the start she made me feel comfortable and made sure I got the color I wanted in my inspo pic. I will...

In the School's Words

Bellus Academy is an award-winning beauty and wellness institution dedicated to graduating career-ready professionals. We specialize in advanced training and have built a reputation for innovative education, consistently nabbing top honors in Modern Salon's national Excellence in Education program. As the most awarded beauty school in the world, Bellus Academy has been named the "best beauty school in the nation" two years in a row by Modern Salon and was most recently awarded the number one beauty school in North America by Intercoiffure.

Financial Aid

We offer financial aid to those who qualify. We also have ongoing scholarships for recent high school graduates and military.

Our Chula Vista Campus

In July of 2018, our National City school was permanently relocated just a few miles down the road to our new Chula Vista location. This new 13,000 square foot facility is nearly three times as large as the old school and features new program offerings to accommodate our growing community!

Programs

Bellus Academy - Chula Vista offers the following programs:

Barbering / Cosmetology / Esthetics / Nail Technology

Data source

Esthetics

Program Length	600 hours
Average Completion	5 months
Program Tuition	$10,324

Our Esthetics curriculum covers a variety of skin care techniques ranging from facials, chemical exfoliation, hair removal, microdermabrasion and more. We offer advanced programs that will allow you to wow employers in luxury and medical spas. Bellus Academy is proud to be selected as the first U.S. School to partner with CIDESCO, recognized as the world’s most prestigious qualification in the field of Esthetics, to offer a specialized certification in Skin Care.

Master Esthetics

Program Length	900 hours
Average Completion	8 months
Program Tuition	$14,512

Our Esthetics curriculum covers a variety of skin care techniques ranging from facials, chemical exfoliation, hair removal, microdermabrasion and more. We offer advanced programs that will allow you to wow employers in luxury and medical spas. Bellus Academy is proud to be selected as the first U.S. School to partner with CIDESCO, recognized as the world’s most prestigious qualification in the field of Esthetics, to offer a specialized certification in Skin Care.

Nail Technology

Program Length	600 hours
Average Completion	5 months
Program Tuition	$9,113

Our Spa Nail program is the first in the nation to go beyond the basics of manicuring, adding the spa treatment training demanded by luxury salons and spas.

Cosmetology

Program Length	1,600 hours
Average Completion	12 months
Program Tuition	$23,759

Our Cosmetology program includes professional training in all aspects of the beauty industry. The program includes an iPad, where much of the curriculum is taught in conjunction with a social learning experience. Our salon floor gives students the experience needed to develop their craft and work with clients. We also offer advanced Cosmetology programs.

Barbering

Program Length	1,500 hours
Average Completion	11 months
Program Tuition	$22,137

Bellus Academy’s carefully curated barbering program offers a multidimensional education that highlights the various aspects within a growing profession. Our accomplished educators and industry experts use the Bellus proprietary system to teach men’s grooming trends, shaving, and haircutting through visual, verbal, written, and hands-on instruction.

Barbering

Program Length	1,800 hours
Average Completion	13 months
Program Tuition	$26,571

Bellus Academy’s carefully curated barbering program offers a multidimensional education that highlights the various aspects within a growing profession. Our accomplished educators and industry experts use the Bellus proprietary system to teach men’s grooming trends, shaving, and haircutting through visual, verbal, written, and hands-on instruction.

Barber/Cosmetology

Program Length	N/A
Average Completion	N/A
Program Tuition	N/A

Our Barber/Cosmetology program leads to dual licensure for students and is designed to give our graduates a competitive edge, as we teach the business-side of the industry including retailing, sales techniques and budgeting. Our curriculum includes technical training along with state board prep.

About This School

Accreditation or State Approval

National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS)

One or more programs offered at this school is accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accredited programs qualify graduates for applicable state licensing. In addition, accredited schools typically can offer more financial aid options, including federal financial aid. Learn more about accreditation and approval.

Financial Aid

68% of students received financial aid

On average, students received $4,452 in financial aid.

Student Body

Gender Ratio

84% Female, 16% Male

Race / Ethnicity Ratio

9% White, 59% Hispanic / Latino, 15% African American, 7% Asian American, 0% American Indian, 1% Hawaiian / Pacific, 7% Two or More, 1% Unknown

406 students are enrolled in this school

Contact This School

970 Broadway Suite 110, Chula Vista, CA 91911

Get In Touch

(619) 474-6607

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Data Integrity

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Page last updated: 08/28/2024