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American Educational College
Bayamon, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 45 Santa Cruz Street, Bayamon, PR 00961 · Phone: 7877981199251 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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American Educational College is a private for-profit trade school in Bayamon, PR offering barber, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by ACCSC.
American Educational College has a 46.6% completion rate, below the state average of 69.2%, and median earnings of $17,172 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for American Educational College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 99.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers (U.S.) | $28,600 | $38,210 | $58,960 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $21,840 | $22,900 | $22,900 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,840 | $22,090 | $22,910 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $23,120 | $30,760 | $46,820 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $23,030 | $29,520 | $43,130 |
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 | 72 | $5,904 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 65 | $5,904 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $5,904 | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 2–4 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 1 | 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
American Educational College is a private for-profit trade school located in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus offers five program families, with the most-completed programs being barber schools, nail technician schools, and cosmetology schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 46.6%, which is below the state average of 69.2%. Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $17,172. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is also not reported for this campus in federal data. About 99.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on personal-care trade programs such as barbering, nail technology, or cosmetology, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status and review the school's outcomes directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, and confirm details like cost and schedules directly with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
American Educational College offers five program families, most notably barber schools, nail technician schools, and cosmetology schools, along with LPN and pharmacy technician programs.
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 participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 99.6% 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 46.6%, which is below the Puerto Rico 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 directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $17,172, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at 787-798-1199 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
American Educational College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, aid eligibility, and accountability compared to public or non-profit institutions.
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 program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data via the College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not indicate specific program lengths or scheduling flexibility, so this cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to ask about options for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data. Programs like barbering and cosmetology typically require state licensure, so applicants should confirm requirements directly with the school or Puerto Rico's licensing board.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach American Educational College by phone at 787-798-1199 or through its website at https://www.amedcopr.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for comparable listings in the same field.
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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.