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Advantage Technical College
San Juan, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: Ponce de Leon Avenue #818, San Juan, PR 00907 · Phone: (787) 908-1000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Advantage Technical College is a private for-profit trade school in San Juan, PR offering nail technician, barber, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Advantage Technical College has a 59.0% completion rate, below the state average of 69.2%, with median graduate earnings of $26,905 ten years after entry. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Advantage Technical College is reported at $11,698, and the school accepts federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 39.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $21,840 | $22,900 | $22,900 |
| 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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 36 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | 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 San Juan, PR. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV eligible) to help pay for their education. The campus's top programs are nail technician schools, barber schools, and cosmetology schools, drawing from three program families total.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 59.0%, which is below the state average of 69.2%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $26,905. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $11,698, and 39.1% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on programs in personal care trades such as nail technology, barbering, and cosmetology, rather than multi-year associate degree paths. Given the program areas listed, this setting may appeal to adult career-changers seeking focused training, though the data does not directly confirm fit for that group. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Advantage Technical College offers nail technician schools, barber schools, and cosmetology schools, spanning three program families total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 39.1% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at this campus is 59.0%, which is below the state average of 69.2%.
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) 908-1000 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 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 reported annual cost of attendance is $11,698.
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 pricing and how aid dollars are used 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 at (787) 908-1000 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and check outcome data directly at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?493071.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not directly address career-changer fit, but the programs offered—nail technician, barber, and cosmetology—are hands-on trades that may appeal to those seeking a new skill set; confirm scheduling and format with the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Advantage Technical College at (787) 908-1000 or visit https://www.adtecpr.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare against other institutions directly.
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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.