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Automeca Technical College-Ponce
Ponce, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: Calle Villa No.452, Ponce, PR 00731 · Phone: (787) 840-7880 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Automeca Technical College-Ponce is a private for-profit trade school in Ponce, Puerto Rico offering auto mechanic, diesel mechanic, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Automeca Technical College-Ponce has a 73.3% completion rate, near the state average of 69.2%, with graduates carrying a median debt of $3,030 and median earnings of $24,632 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Automeca Technical College-Ponce; contact the school for current tuition. Federal aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 96.5% 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 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $24,010 | $31,480 | $37,460 |
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 | 72 | $15,898 | $14,164 | $2,950 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 69 | $15,898 | $14,164 | $2,950 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $15,898 | $14,164 | $2,950 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $15,898 | $14,164 | $2,950 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $25,626 | not reported | $2,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $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-Ponce is a private for-profit trade school located in Ponce, 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 the most credentials in auto mechanic training, with smaller numbers of completers in diesel mechanic and HVAC programs, across six total program offerings.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.3%, which is near 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 share of students, 96.5%, receive Pell Grants, indicating the student body is largely low-income.
This campus may suit students seeking hands-on training in automotive, diesel, or HVAC trades in a midsize city setting, with 310 undergraduates enrolled and 169 recent completers. Whether programs are short-term certificates or longer associate-level tracks is not detailed here, so applicants weighing a career change should confirm program length and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Automeca Technical College-Ponce offers six programs total, with the most completers in auto mechanic training, followed by diesel mechanic and HVAC 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, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 73.3%, which is near the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $3,030, per federal 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 at (787) 840-7880 or via its website for current tuition.
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 levels, financial aid terms, and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school to confirm schedule and duration 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 outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?419721.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported here; prospective students should contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school or relevant Puerto Rico licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Automeca Technical College-Ponce at (787) 840-7880 or through its website, https://www.automeca.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard 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.