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Academia Serrant Inc

Ponce, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit career school

Culinary & pastry schoolsCNC & machining programsBarber schoolsCosmetology schools
88%completion rate · Puerto Rico avg 69%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
$18,264median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$18,422median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$14,395annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (Accredited)
Address: 7033 Mendez Vigo, Ponce, PR 00717 · Phone: (787) 259-4900 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Academia Serrant Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Ponce, PR offering culinary & pastry, CNC & machining, and barber programs, accredited by ACCSC.

Academia Serrant Inc has an 87.8% completion rate, above the state average of 69.2%, and median graduate earnings of $18,422 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt figures are not reported for this campus.

Academia Serrant Inc's annual cost of attendance is $14,395, and federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is available; 77.1% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Academia Serrant Inc Academia Serrant Inc: 87.8% 87.8% Puerto Rico average Puerto Rico average: 69.2% 69.2% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Chefs and head cooks$23,730$30,800$47,840
Machinists$22,860$29,280$38,040
Barbers (U.S.)$28,600$38,210$58,960
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$21,840$22,090$22,910

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Puerto Rico (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.

Trade programs at this campus

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Culinary Arts and Related Services Certificate, 1–2 years 19 $10,408 $9,259 not reported
Culinary Arts and Related Services Certificate, 1–2 years 16 $10,408 $9,259 not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 16 $23,729 $18,201 not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 10 $9,985 $12,115 not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 9 $9,985 $12,115 not reported

Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.

Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.

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About this school

Academia Serrant Inc is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Ponce, Puerto Rico. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus offers programs across several trade families, with its top programs being culinary & pastry schools, CNC & machining programs, and barber schools.

Academia Serrant Inc has a completion rate of 87.8%, which is above the state average of 69.2% for similar programs. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $18,422. The annual cost of attendance is $14,395, and 77.1% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.

This school may suit students interested in short-term, hands-on trade certifications such as culinary arts, CNC machining, or barbering, given its program mix and midsize city locale. Those considering a career change should verify current program lengths and schedules directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status and review outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Academia Serrant Inc offers programs in culinary & pastry arts, CNC & machining, and barber schools, among a total of 5 program families.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used at Academia Serrant Inc.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 87.8%, which is above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (787) 259-4900 for more information.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $18,422, per federal data.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The annual cost of attendance is $14,395.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Academia Serrant Inc is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?421896 or by contacting the school directly.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

Based on the program mix of shorter trade certifications like culinary arts, CNC machining, and barbering, it may appeal to adult learners seeking hands-on skills, though specific fit should be confirmed with the school.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for program-specific certification details.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can contact Academia Serrant Inc by phone at (787) 259-4900 or visit their website at https://www.serrant.edu/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard for similar programs in the area.

Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.

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