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Private for-profit, 2-Year
Chula Vista, CA

Bellus Academy-Chula Vista

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$10,655

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

56.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$23,576

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Bellus Academy-Chula Vista is a distinguished Private for-profit, 2-Year institution located in Chula Vista, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $10,655, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 56.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$21,310

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$6,424

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$85,550

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$149,790

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Below-Baseline Earnings

Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Bellus Academy-Chula Vista is $7,917.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
85.2%
14.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
64.4%
White
10.3%
Black
8.7%
Asian
7.1%
Two or more
6.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
1.6%
International
0.5%
Unknown
0.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$10,655

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$19,993
$30k - $48kNot Reported
$48k - $75kNot Reported
$75k+$23,970

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$7,917
Pell Grant Recipients60.7%
Using Federal Loans54.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment23.3%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$3,976
Pell Grant Recipients61.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

87.0%

Success

56.3%

In-State Cost

$10,655

Age 25+ Students

50.1%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

167 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Chula Vista (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Chula Vista (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.