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Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year
New Port Richey, FL

Bene's Career Academy

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

Annual Tuition

$16,950

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

42.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$19,359

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Bene's Career Academy is a distinguished Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year institution located in New Port Richey, FL. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,950, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 42.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$33,900

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$10,641

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$140,310

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$246,720

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 42%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

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 Bene's Career Academy is $6,333.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
78.8%
21.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
60.8%
Hispanic
23.3%
Black
11.1%
Two or more
3.8%
Unknown
0.7%
Asian
0.4%
International
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

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

$16,950

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$22,055
$30k - $48k$23,048
$48k - $75k$23,901
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$6,333
Pell Grant Recipients64.4%
Using Federal Loans62.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment21.9%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$4,247
Pell Grant Recipients56.0%

* 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

74.1%

Success

42.0%

In-State Cost

$16,950

Age 25+ Students

55.2%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

268 students

Local City Insights

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