Bene's Career Academy
Bene's Career Academy is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in New Port Richey, FL. It offers 8 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, Inc. (7/1/1979 - Current[Estimated Date]).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Bene's Career Academy is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2024 tuition and fees is $16,950. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,200 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 10 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Bene's Career Academy.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $16,950 | $2,270 | 1,200 Hours | 10 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Barbering/Barber | $16,950 | $2,270 | 1,200 Hours | 12 Months | $14,546 |
| 3 | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $9,750 | $1,455 | 600 Hours | 7 Months | $12,154 |
| 4 | Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts (other) | $8,310 | $1,865 | 600 Hours | 7 Months | $10,039 |
| 5 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $5,100 | $1,100 | 330 Hours | 4 Months | $9,978 |
| 6 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $3,255 | $1,240 | 270 Hours | 3 Months | $5,356 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 244 students attended Bene's Career Academy in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 16 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 2 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 38 (full-time) and 3 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Bene's Career Academy is 24% and the retention rate is 66% at the school.
| Student Population | 244 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 24% |
| Number of Faculty | 18 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 10 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Bene's Career Academy is $16,950
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
57% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $3,766 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $16,950 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,270 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $13,760 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $8,630 |
| Average Financial Amount | $3,766 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Bene's Career Academy offers 8 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 210 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 1 | 0 | 16 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 5 | 0 | 126 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 68 |
| Total | 8 | 0 | 210 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Bene's Career Academy are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 210 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 16 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 126 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 68 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 16 completers |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 16 |
| Total | 16 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 109 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 46 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 7 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 0 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts (other) | ✕ | 56 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 17 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 17 |
| Total | 126 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 68 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 43 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 25 |
| Total | 68 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 244 students have enrolled into Bene's Career Academy. By gender, 52 male and 192 female students are attending the school.
There are 142 White (58.20%), 33 Black/African American (13.52%), 53 Hispanic (21.72%), 2 Asian (0.82%), and 67 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 244 | 52 | 192 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 33 | 8 | 25 |
| Hispanic | 53 | 20 | 33 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 142 | 17 | 125 |
| Two More | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Un-Known | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 7027 US Highway 19, New Port Richey, FL
- 727-848-8415
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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