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Atenas College
Manati, Puerto Rico · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: Paseo del Atenas #101, Manati, PR 00674 · Phone: (787) 884-3838 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Atenas College is a private non-profit trade school in Manati, Puerto Rico, offering radiology, pharmacy technician, and surgical technology programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Atenas College carry a median debt of $6,525 and earn a median of $20,231 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate compared with the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Atenas College; contact the school for current tuition. The campus participates in federal financial aid, and 85.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $24,460 | $35,280 | $47,740 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $23,030 | $29,520 | $43,130 |
| Surgical technologists | $25,500 | $30,600 | $34,200 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $21,840 | $27,610 | $32,790 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 15 | $12,629 | $12,056 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $12,629 | $12,056 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $10,053 | $11,234 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | $12,629 | $12,056 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $13,920 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | $12,629 | $12,056 | 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
Atenas College is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Manati, Puerto Rico. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students may qualify for FAFSA and Pell Grant support. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. The school awards six program families, most heavily in radiology and sonography, pharmacy technician training, and surgical technology, with radiology & sonography programs (38 completers) being the largest.
Federal data shows 59 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 597. The state average completion rate for Puerto Rico is 69.2%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,525, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $20,231. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. A notably high share of students, 85.7%, receive Pell Grants, indicating this campus serves a largely low-income student population.
This campus may suit students seeking allied-health career programs such as radiology, pharmacy technician, or surgical technology training rather than long degree programs, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Career changers and adults should verify current program details, cost, and licensing requirements directly with the school by phone at (787) 884-3838 or online at atenascollege.edu, and confirm accreditation and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Atenas College offers programs in radiology and sonography, pharmacy technician training, and surgical technology, among six total program families, per federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Atenas College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with additional program accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 85.7% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate and its comparison to the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2% are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of Atenas College carry a median debt of $6,525, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates ten years after entry are reported at $20,231.
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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Atenas College is a private non-profit institution, which typically means it reinvests revenue into educational programs rather than distributing profits to owners.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for details on program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers allied-health focused programs like radiology, pharmacy technician, and surgical technology, which may suit career changers, though specific fit depends on program length and format not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm what credentials each program prepares you for.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Atenas College at (787) 884-3838 or visit atenascollege.edu for application information.
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; check the College Scorecard to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures across institutions.
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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.