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Bella Capelli Academy
Monroeville, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 151 Wyngate Drive, Monroeville, PA 15146 · Phone: (412) 373-6309 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Bella Capelli Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Bella Capelli Academy has a 76.2% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with graduates carrying a median debt of $8,028 and median earnings of $25,817 ten years after entry.
Bella Capelli Academy's annual cost of attendance is reported at $24,531, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 35.2% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 143 | $18,609 | $18,520 | $8,028 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | $18,609 | $18,520 | $8,028 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Bella Capelli Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help cover costs. The campus is best known for its cosmetology programs, with cosmetology schools accounting for the bulk of its 150 program completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 259.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 76.2%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,028, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,817. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,531, and 35.2% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students served. Program length figures for specific tracks are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students seeking a focused, short-term path into cosmetology rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants planning a career change should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before making a decision.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Bella Capelli Academy offers cosmetology programs, listed under the cosmetology-schools program family, with cosmetology schools (150 completers) as its top program.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 76.2%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,028, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,817.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $24,531.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Bella Capelli Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and typical debt loads compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (412) 373-6309 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for guidance on cosmetology licensure in Pennsylvania.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Bella Capelli Academy at (412) 373-6309 or through its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/monroeville.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461193 to compare schools directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.