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Columbia Central University-Caguas
Caguas, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: Carr 183 Km 1.7, Caguas, PR 00726 · Phone: 7877434041240 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Oct 2025 · Other · Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing; Apr 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Columbia Central University-Caguas is a private for-profit trade school in Caguas, Puerto Rico, offering radiology, pharmacy technician, and medical billing programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Federal outcome data on completion rate, median graduate debt, and median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data for Columbia Central University-Caguas; the school does participate in federal Title IV financial aid, but Pell Grant recipient share is not reported.
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 |
| Medical records specialists | $21,900 | $27,990 | $39,680 |
| Massage therapists | $23,020 | $29,000 | $30,720 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $23,120 | $30,760 | $46,820 |
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 | 25 | not reported | not reported | $5,834 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 25 | $16,758 | $12,961 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 15 | not reported | not reported | $5,834 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $17,933 | not reported | $10,558 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $11,369 | not reported | $4,541 |
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
Columbia Central University-Caguas is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Caguas, Puerto Rico. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA and other federal aid to help pay for their education. The campus awards six program families, with its most frequently completed programs being Radiology & Sonography (40 completers), Pharmacy Technician (25 completers), and Medical Billing & Coding (15 completers).
In terms of outcomes data, the school reported 91 trade program completers. The state average completion rate for comparable programs in Puerto Rico is 69.2%, but this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its concentration in healthcare-support fields like radiology, pharmacy technology, and medical billing, this campus may suit students seeking focused, allied-health career training, including adult learners changing careers, though program lengths are not specified in the available data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review official federal outcome data through the College Scorecard before enrolling, since several key figures are not available in this dataset.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Columbia Central University-Caguas offers six program families, with the most completed being Radiology & Sonography, Pharmacy Technician, and Medical Billing & Coding programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and its accreditation 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, so students may use FAFSA and related aid.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus reported 91 trade program completers, but its specific completion rate and 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?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly 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.
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 at the listed phone number or website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Columbia Central University-Caguas is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared with public or non-profit institutions.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review federal outcomes data at the College Scorecard link provided by the school.
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 directly for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Columbia Central University-Caguas by phone at 787-743-4041 or through its website at columbiacentral.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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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.