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Advantage Technical College
Manati, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit career college
Address: 3 Ramos Velez St, Manati, PR 00674 · Phone: (787) 854-4776 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Advantage Technical College is a private for-profit trade school in Manati, PR offering electrician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Advantage Technical College has a 59.9% completion rate, below the state average of 69.2%, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $26,905, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Advantage Technical College is $11,428, and the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, with 61.8% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $27,840 | $37,440 | $46,670 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $21,840 | $22,900 | $22,900 |
| 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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 70 | $18,699 | $20,140 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | 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.
About this school
Advantage Technical College is a private for-profit trade school located in Manati, Puerto Rico. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus awards the most credentials in electrician training, followed by nail technician and cosmetology programs, with 85 trade completers reported among an undergraduate enrollment of 584.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 59.9%, which is below the state average of 69.2%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,905. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $11,428, and 61.8% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a significant share of the student body relies on federal aid to cover costs.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in electrical, nail technology, or cosmetology fields rather than a multi-year academic degree, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Because completion falls below the state average, prospective students—especially career changers weighing time and cost—may want to ask the school directly about program length and support services. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcomes data, check the ACCSC accreditor listing and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Advantage Technical College offers programs in electrician training, nail technician training, and cosmetology, with electrician programs accounting for the largest share of completions (70 of 85 reported).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, and 61.8% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 59.9%, which is below the state average of 69.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (787) 854-4776 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,905, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $11,428.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Advantage Technical College is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition levels, ownership structure, and accountability standards compared with public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (787) 854-4776 or visit its website for current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through ACCSC's official records and review federal outcomes data via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers focused trade programs in electrical, nail technology, and cosmetology fields, which may appeal to career changers, though specific scheduling or program-length details for working adults are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by trade and are not detailed in the available data; prospective students should contact the school or their state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Advantage Technical College at (787) 854-4776 or visit its website at https://www.adtecpr.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
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.