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Automeca Technical College-Bayamon
Bayamon, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: Carr.No.2 Km14.0 Hato Tejas, Bayamon, PR 00961 · Phone: 787779616183 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Automeca Technical College-Bayamon is a private for-profit trade school in Bayamon, PR offering auto mechanic and diesel mechanic programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Automeca Technical College-Bayamon has an 80.3% completion rate, above the 69.2% Puerto Rico state average, with median graduate debt of $3,030 and median earnings of $24,632 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Automeca Technical College-Bayamon; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and 95.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
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 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $24,010 | $40,110 | $56,540 |
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 | 176 | $15,898 | $14,164 | $2,950 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 104 | $15,898 | $14,164 | $2,950 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 36 | $15,898 | $14,164 | $2,950 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $15,898 | $14,164 | $2,950 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $15,898 | $14,164 | $2,950 |
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
Automeca Technical College-Bayamon 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 federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards five programs total, with the largest concentrations in auto mechanic schools (321 completers) and diesel mechanic schools (36 completers), the school's top program families.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 80.3%, above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $3,030, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,632. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. A large majority of students, 95.4%, receive Pell Grants, suggesting the student body is largely low-income.
With auto and diesel mechanic programs as its core offerings and a high Pell-recipient share, this campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on technical training rather than a multi-year degree path; program lengths themselves are not reported here, so applicants should confirm specifics directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Automeca Technical College-Bayamon offers five programs total, with the largest being auto mechanic schools (321 completers) and diesel mechanic schools (36 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, with a status of 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.3%, which is above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $3,030, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,632.
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?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding 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 at 787779616183 or via its website to confirm.
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 federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?419703.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data, but the school's focus on auto and diesel mechanic programs suggests hands-on technical training; contact the school to discuss scheduling and format.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Automeca Technical College-Bayamon by phone at 787779616183 or visit https://www.automeca.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 in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings 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.