Benes can be found in New Port Richey, FL (a large suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The Certificate is the highest degree at Benes.
The most common majors at the school are in therapy and counseling.
Benes does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
In 2007-2008, 211 students were enrolled in the school. Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at Benes.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Bene's International School of Beauty, Inc. provides career preparation in the cosmetology arts and sciences including barbering, skin care, instructor training, massage therapy, and nail care in order to prepare the student for employment in the beauty industry to serve God, the family and community."
More complete details are provided below.
Benes International School Of Beauty
7027 U.S. Hwy. 19
New Port Richey, FL 34652
General Phone: (727) 848-8415
http://www.isbschool.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 105 | cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, manicurist, personal grooming, barber |
| Therapy and Counseling | 41 | massage therapy |
Number of programs and degrees for Benes in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 89 | 4 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 57 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Benes had a total enrollment of 211 students (167 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 12% |
| Women | 88% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 10% |
| Asian | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 15% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 81 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 82% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of New Port Richey, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 78 | 78 | 100% | 78 | 100% |
| Men | 9 | 9 | 100% | 9 | 100% |
| Women | 69 | 69 | 100% | 69 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | recommended |
Financial Aid:
Benes participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3018500)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Barbering/Barber
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Benes Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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