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American Technical Institute
Bayamon, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: Ave Castiglioni U-27, Bayamon Gardens, Bayamon, PR 00957 · Phone: (787) 799-5060 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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American Technical Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Bayamon, PR offering auto mechanic training, accredited by ACCSC.
American Technical Institute has a 91.3% completion rate, above the 69.2% Puerto Rico state average, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt and earnings figures are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at American Technical Institute is $11,281, and federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used here, with 98.7% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $21,840 | $22,680 | $28,780 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | $13,526 | $18,771 | 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 Technical Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The school participates in federal Title IV programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Its program offerings are focused on a single trade family: auto mechanic training, with 35 recent completers recorded in federal data.
Federal outcome data shows a completion rate of 91.3%, which is above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $11,281. About 98.7% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely low-income student population. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, with a small undergraduate enrollment of 11 students in a midsize city setting, may suit students seeking focused, hands-on auto mechanic training rather than a broad multi-program institution. Whether the program length and schedule fit an adult career-changer's needs is not specified in the available data, so prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, check the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges listing and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
American Technical Institute offers auto mechanic training, with 35 recent completers reported in federal data. This is the only program family listed for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its 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, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 98.7% of students here receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 91.3%, which is above 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 at (787) 799-5060 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. You can check the College Scorecard at the provided link for any future updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $11,281.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid terms compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly at (787) 799-5060 or visit https://www.amtec.edu/ 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 review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461625.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program length or schedule flexibility, so fit for adult career-changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone. Contact the school to discuss scheduling and program details.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data. Contact the school directly for information on any credentials required for auto mechanic work in Puerto Rico.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach American Technical Institute at (787) 799-5060 or through its website, https://www.amtec.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not include comparative information about nearby schools offering auto mechanic training. Use the College Scorecard link to look up and compare other institutions in Puerto Rico.
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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.