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CEM College-San Juan
San Juan, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 1206 13th. Street Ext San Agustin, San Juan, PR 00926 · Phone: 7877654210105 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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CEM College-San Juan is a private for-profit trade school in San Juan, PR offering pharmacy technician, LPN/LVN, and EMT training, accredited by ACCSC and CCNE.
Median graduate debt is $5,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $21,033, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Completion rate compared to the state average of 69.2% is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for CEM College-San Juan; contact the school for current tuition. The school accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and 92.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy technicians | $23,030 | $29,520 | $43,130 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $23,120 | $30,760 | $46,820 |
| 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 and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | not reported | $3,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 3 | 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
CEM College-San Juan is a private for-profit trade and career school located in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in a large-city setting. The campus participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid to help cover costs. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The school's three program families are pharmacy technician programs, LPN/LVN programs, and EMT & paramedic training, with pharmacy technician programs being the largest at 16 completers, followed by LPN/LVN programs at 8 and EMT training at 3.
On outcomes, the campus reported 27 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 119 students. The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average of 69.2% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is reported at $5,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $21,033. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. A large share of students, 92.1%, receive Pell Grants, indicating the student population includes many from lower-income backgrounds.
Given its short, focused program families in pharmacy technician work, practical nursing, and emergency medical training, this campus may suit students seeking direct entry into healthcare-support roles rather than multi-year associate or bachelor's study, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Career changers should confirm current schedules, licensing requirements, and costs directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data independently, consult the accreditors listed above and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
CEM College-San Juan offers pharmacy technician programs, LPN/LVN programs, and EMT & paramedic training, with pharmacy technician programs being the largest at 16 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 92.1% 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 for this campus compared to the state average of 69.2% is not reported in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates of this campus is reported at $5,000.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $21,033 for this campus.
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 the number or website listed for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
CEM College-San Juan is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure, financial aid terms, and ownership compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and review outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?241517.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused program families in pharmacy technician work, practical nursing, and EMT training, which may suit those seeking entry-level healthcare roles, though specific fit for adult career changers is not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact CEM College-San Juan by phone at 7877654210105 or visit its website at https://www.cemcollege.edu/cem/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools offering the same programs is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard for comparable 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.