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Instituto Educativo Premier
Ponce, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: CALLE Villa #123, Ponce, PR 00730 · Phone: (787) 843-1515 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Instituto Educativo Premier is a private for-profit trade school in Ponce, Puerto Rico, offering cosmetology, barber, and nail technician programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Instituto Educativo Premier has a 77.6% completion rate, above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%, and median graduate earnings of $20,182 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Instituto Educativo Premier is $16,136, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and about 87.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,840 | $22,090 | $22,910 |
| Barbers (U.S.) | $28,600 | $38,210 | $58,960 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $21,840 | $22,900 | $22,900 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 115 | $8,918 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 112 | $8,918 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 92 | $8,918 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | $8,918 | 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
Instituto Educativo Premier is a private for-profit trade school 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 to attend. The campus awards credentials mainly in cosmetology, barbering, and nail technology, with cosmetology schools (140 completers), barber schools (115), and nail technician schools (92) making up its top programs among a total of four program offerings.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 77.6%, which is above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $20,182, and the annual cost of attendance is $16,136. About 87.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the campus serves a largely low-income student population. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school's program mix of cosmetology, barbering, and nail technology suggests it may fit students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults considering a career change should confirm specific program schedules and licensing requirements directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes data through the school's accreditor, the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Instituto Educativo Premier offers cosmetology, barbering, and nail technician programs, with cosmetology schools (140 completers), barber schools (115), and nail technician schools (92) being the top programs among four total offerings.
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 aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 77.6%, which is above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%, per federal Scorecard 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 at (787) 843-1515 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $20,182, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $16,136.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Instituto Educativo Premier is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and the types of aid or oversight that apply compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (787) 843-1515 or visit its website for specifics.
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 outcomes data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The listed programs in cosmetology, barbering, and nail technology are typically hands-on and shorter-format career training, though specific schedule and length details are not reported for this campus in federal data; adults should confirm fit directly with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Instituto Educativo Premier at (787) 843-1515 or through its website at https://premierponce.net/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools offering the same trades is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link to compare individual metrics with other schools.
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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.