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Bellus Academy-Chula Vista
Chula Vista, California · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 970 Broadway, Suite 110, Chula Vista, CA 91911 · Phone: 61947466070 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Bellus Academy-Chula Vista is a private for-profit trade school in Chula Vista, California offering cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Bellus Academy-Chula Vista has a 67.5% completion rate, near the state average of 64.2%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; median graduate debt is $7,917 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $23,576.
Annual cost of attendance at Bellus Academy-Chula Vista is $25,214; the school accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and 61.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Skincare specialists | $34,650 | $38,770 | $54,110 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $34,840 | $36,630 | $39,590 |
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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, 300–899 hours | 106 | $16,289 | $17,501 | $15,144 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 77 | $16,289 | $17,501 | $15,144 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 59 | $16,289 | $17,501 | $15,144 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | $16,289 | $17,501 | $15,144 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $16,289 | $17,501 | $15,144 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 14 | $16,289 | $17,501 | $15,144 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $16,289 | $17,501 | $15,144 |
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
Bellus Academy-Chula Vista is a private for-profit trade school located in Chula Vista, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their programs. The campus awards training primarily in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology, with cosmetology being the largest program (116 completers), followed by esthetician (106) and nail technician (59) programs, out of seven program families offered overall.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 67.5%, which is near the state average of 64.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings 10 years after entering the program are reported at $23,576. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,214, and 61.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, with 341 undergraduate students enrolled and 315 trade completers, appears to run shorter, hands-on career-training programs typical of cosmetology and personal-care trade fields rather than multi-year associate degrees. This structure may suit students seeking a faster path into a licensed trade, including career changers, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review the full outcomes data directly through the College Scorecard link provided, and confirm program details with the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Bellus Academy-Chula Vista offers seven program families, with the largest being cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs. Cosmetology has 116 completers, esthetician 106, and nail technician 59.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 61.2% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 67.5%, which is near the state average of 64.2% for similar programs, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $7,917, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entering the program are $23,576, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $25,214.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Bellus Academy-Chula Vista is a private for-profit school. This can affect tuition costs, financial aid options, and institutional funding structure compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at the phone number or website listed to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review detailed federal outcomes data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?109934.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology programs is typical of shorter, hands-on trade training, which may suit career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Bellus Academy-Chula Vista by phone at 61947466070 or visit their website at https://www.bellusacademy.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not report comparative rankings against nearby schools; prospective students can use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across similar institutions.
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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.