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Bellus Academy

Manhattan, KS·Private for-profit·209 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. a private for-profit school with 209 students.

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209
Students
$26,631
Net Price
74%
Grad Rate
$30,400
Earnings
10 yr
$7,917
Debt

About This School

Bellus Academy is a private for-profit institution located in Manhattan, Kansas with approximately 209 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $26,631 per year. The graduation rate is 74%, and the typical graduate earns $30,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

Students who are serious about entering the beauty and wellness industry and want a focused, hands-on training program — rather than a traditional college experience — will feel most at home here. The standout number is the median debt at graduation: just $7,917, which is remarkably low and means graduates aren't starting their careers buried under loan payments. That said, the annual net price of $26,631 deserves a hard look alongside the median earnings of $30,400 ten years after enrollment — that's a modest income, and families should honestly weigh whether the cost-to-earnings ratio makes sense for your specific situation. The 74% graduation rate is decent for a vocational school, but it's worth asking the admissions team directly what causes the other 26% to leave, since career training programs can sometimes fall short on student support. My practical advice: visit the campus, talk to recent graduates working in the Manhattan, KS area, and ask specifically about job placement rates and what types of roles alumni are actually landing before you commit.

Setting
Small city

Admissions

SAT Scores

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ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
N/A
Out-of-State Tuition
N/A
Avg Net Price
$26,631
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants45%
Median debt at graduation$7,917

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
74%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$30,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$7,917
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$7,917
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$23,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$30,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.8x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White67%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino15%
Asian1%
Two or more races9%
American Indian/Alaska Native2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (209 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Bellus Academy

1130 Westloop Place

Manhattan, KS 66502-2838

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bellus Academy cost?

The average net price at Bellus Academy is about $26,631 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.

What is the graduation rate at Bellus Academy?

Bellus Academy has a graduation rate of 74%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.

Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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