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Bella Cosmetology and Barber College
Greenville, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 5015A Wesley, Greenville, TX 75402 · Phone: (903) 494-5170 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Bella Cosmetology and Barber College is a private for-profit trade school in Greenville, Texas offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Bella Cosmetology and Barber College has a 40.0% completion rate, below the Texas state average of 63.5%, and graduates carry a median debt of $10,667, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Bella Cosmetology and Barber College is $27,157, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 56.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Barbers | $28,340 | $30,760 | $37,160 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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 | 24 | not reported | $11,851 | $13,926 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | $11,851 | $13,926 |
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 Cosmetology and Barber College is a private for-profit trade school located in Greenville, Texas, a distant town setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The school's most-awarded programs are cosmetology schools and barber schools, with cosmetology accounting for the larger share of the 29 total completers recorded.
According to federal data, the campus completion rate is 40.0%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%. Median debt for graduates who took out loans is $10,667. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $27,157, and 56.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the roughly 57 enrolled undergraduates come from lower-income backgrounds.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, program-specific training in cosmetology or barbering rather than a broad academic path; program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants weighing a career change should confirm scheduling and duration directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes independently through the school's accreditor or the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Bella Cosmetology and Barber College offers cosmetology programs and barber programs, with cosmetology being the larger of the two by completions (24 vs 5).
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 student aid programs, so students may use FAFSA-based loans and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 40.0%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $10,667, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $27,157 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Bella Cosmetology and Barber College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and the way federal aid and outcomes data are reported compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school directly at (903) 494-5170 or visit bellacollege.com for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?483559.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows short, focused program families in cosmetology and barbering rather than broad academic degrees, but specific program length and schedule details are not reported, so career changers should verify fit directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or Texas's cosmetology/barber licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Bella Cosmetology and Barber College at (903) 494-5170 or through its website, bellacollege.com.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across similar programs.
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.