Bellus Academy (Manhattan) | Beauty Schools Directory

Programs Offered

Barbering / Cosmetology / Esthetics / Nail Technology

Recent Reviews

1/22/2026 via Google

1/22/2026
via Google

I won’t lie I was sceptic to come back to Bellus after my hair was initially dyed the incorrect color. But after talking to Instructor Crystal on the phone she shared her confidence in her students with me and made me sure they could fix my hair. The Instructor worked closely with Emma K to cover the original dye and showed me every step of the process. Even though Crystal was showing Emma how to do techniques on my hair I wasn’t nervous, I could see Emma following the directions closely. I felt like I watched her improve in real time. It was extremely comforting to me knowing my hair would be the same on both sides as I could hear Emma and the instructor bounce the pattern between each other and stay on the same page. Anyways, give them a shot! Especially since there’s amazing instructors who can do magic apparently lol

In the School's Words

Bellus Academy is an award-winning beauty and wellness institution dedicated to graduating career-ready professionals. We specialize in advanced training and have built a reputation for innovative education, consistently nabbing top honors in Modern Salon's national Excellence in Education program. As the most awarded beauty school in the world, Bellus Academy has been named the "best beauty school in the nation" two years in a row by Modern Salon and was most recently awarded the number one beauty school in North America by Intercoiffure.

Financial Aid

We offer financial aid to those who qualify. We also have ongoing scholarships for recent high school graduates and military.

Our Manhattan Campus

Nicknamed "The Little Apple," Manhattan, KS has been home to Bellus' newest branch, which was acquired in 2011. The 20,000 square foot facility was a former movie theater, completely renovated into a beautiful school and salon.

Programs

Bellus Academy - Manhattan offers the following programs:

Barbering / Cosmetology / Esthetics / Nail Technology

Data source

Esthetics

Program Length	1,000 hours
Average Completion	7 months
Program Tuition	$14,025

Our Esthetics curriculum covers a variety of skin care techniques ranging from facials, chemical exfoliation, hair removal, microdermabrasion and more. We offer advanced programs that will allow you to wow employers in luxury and medical spas. Bellus Academy is proud to be selected as the first U.S. School to partner with CIDESCO, recognized as the world’s most prestigious qualification in the field of Esthetics, to offer a specialized certification in Skin Care.

Cosmetology

Program Length	1,500 hours
Average Completion	11 months
Program Tuition	$16,554

Our Cosmetology program includes professional training in all aspects of the beauty industry. The program includes an iPad, where much of the curriculum is taught in conjunction with a social learning experience. Our salon floor gives students the experience needed to develop their craft and work with clients. We also offer advanced Cosmetology programs.

Cosmetology, Other

Program Length	1,800 hours
Average Completion	13 months
Program Tuition	$23,791

Nail Technology

Program Length	350 hours
Average Completion	3 months
Program Tuition	$4,113

Our Spa Nail program is the first in the nation to go beyond the basics of manicuring, adding the spa treatment training demanded by luxury salons and spas.

Facial Treatment

Program Length	1,300 hours
Average Completion	9 months
Program Tuition	$21,301

Massage Therapy

Program Length	840 hours
Average Completion	6 months
Program Tuition	$12,238

Barbering

Program Length	1,500 hours
Average Completion	N/A
Program Tuition	N/A

Bellus Academy’s carefully curated barbering program offers a multidimensional education that highlights the various aspects within a growing profession. Our accomplished educators and industry experts use the Bellus proprietary system to teach men’s grooming trends, shaving, and haircutting through visual, verbal, written, and hands-on instruction.

Makeup Artistry

Program Length	N/A
Average Completion	N/A
Program Tuition	N/A

We have partnered with Make-Up Designory to offer our Make-up Artistry course, which can be taken in conjunction with other programs or as a standalone in California campuses. We are one of the only academies to offer a professional make-up course at this level.

About This School

Accreditation or State Approval

National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS)

One or more programs offered at this school is accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accredited programs qualify graduates for applicable state licensing. In addition, accredited schools typically can offer more financial aid options, including federal financial aid. Learn more about accreditation and approval.

Financial Aid

51% of students received financial aid

On average, students received $5,668 in financial aid.

Student Body

Gender Ratio

93% Female, 7% Male

Race / Ethnicity Ratio

66% White, 17% Hispanic / Latino, 9% African American, 1% Asian American, 3% American Indian, 0% Hawaiian / Pacific, 4% Two or More, 0% Unknown

223 students are enrolled in this school

Contact This School

1130 West Loop Place, Manhattan, KS 66502

Get In Touch

(785) 539-1837

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Data Integrity

This information about the school and its programs is reported based on publicly available sources. Though we make periodic updates to our database, program information can change quickly, so always verify directly with the school. In between our periodic updates, we make ad hoc updates when requested as our editorial resources allow.

Page last updated: 01/28/2025