Bennett Career Institute

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Washington, DC
(202) 526-1400
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What Are the Key Stats for Bennett Career Institute?

Total Enrollment

176

Program Completions

62

Last reported year

Average Net Price

$11,824

After financial aid

Retention Rate

54%

Full-time students

How Bennett Career Institute Compares

176 students places Bennett Career Institute on the smaller end of trade-college scale, where more peer schools enroll several hundred to a few thousand. Retention is 54%. Smaller schools usually mean tighter cohorts and more direct instructor access โ€” particularly valuable in hands-on training.

Where is Bennett Career Institute?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Bennett Career Institute

26 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 12.0401
24 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 12.0409
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8 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 12.0402
4 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 12.0413

Is Bennett Career Institute Accredited?

  • Accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) Since about 1999 ยท Next review May 2026

Source: U.S. Department of Education, Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), as of October 2026. Reported by accrediting agencies; not audited.

Explore Bennett Career Institute

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Enrollment

Bennett Career Institute enrolls 176 students. The student body is 66.5% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 54% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Bennett Career Institute maintains a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a developing 54% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. With very high enrollment intensity, students engage deeply in their studies and campus activities.

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Programs

Bennett Career Institute offers programs in 1 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist, and Barbering/Barber. In 2025, the college awarded 62 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

After financial aid, the average net price is $11,824. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Institution Details

Sector PRIVATE FOR PROFIT LESS THAN 2 YEAR
Control PRIVATE FOR PROFIT
Level LESS THAN 2 YEARS
Degree Granting No

Contact Information

Address
700 Monroe Street N.E.
Washington, DC, 20017
Administrator
Chet A. Bennett
CEO

Cost Information

Tuition and fees for the full program
  • Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 13 months $19,050
  • Barbering/Barber 13 months $17,050
  • Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor 10 months $7,600
  • Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager 6 months $5,700
  • Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 6 months $9,200
Other costs for Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (2024-25)
  • Books and supplies $1,450
  • Housing and food (off campus) $13,780
Estimated total for the 13-month program $36,100 Tuition and fees, books, housing and other expenses
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Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 03409600
EIN: 521993149
IPEDS ID: 439473
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