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Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Barranquitas
Barranquitas, Puerto Rico · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: Bo Helechal Highway 156 Intersection 719, Barranquitas, PR 00794 · Phone: 78785736002011 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Barranquitas is a private non-profit trade and career school in Barranquitas, PR offering culinary, LPN, and barber programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $5,200 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $23,204; completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Barranquitas; contact the school for current tuition. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and 88.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $23,730 | $30,800 | $47,840 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $23,120 | $30,760 | $46,820 |
| Barbers (U.S.) | $28,600 | $38,210 | $58,960 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $23,030 | $29,520 | $43,130 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $21,840 | $27,610 | $32,790 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $24,460 | $35,280 | $47,740 |
| Medical records specialists | $21,900 | $27,990 | $39,680 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,840 | $22,090 | $22,910 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | $3,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | $16,169 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 2 | 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
Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Barranquitas is a private non-profit campus located in Barranquitas, PR, in a large suburb setting. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for programs here. The campus is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Among its 11 program families, the top trade programs by completions are Culinary & pastry schools (25 completions), LPN / LVN programs (22 completions), and Barber schools (8 completions).
Federal data shows 86 trade-program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 937. The campus's completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate is 69.2%. Median debt among graduates is $5,200, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $23,204. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 88.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely low-income student population.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, hands-on trade programs such as culinary arts, practical nursing, or barbering, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so those weighing a fast return to work versus longer associate-level study should confirm program duration and schedule directly with the school. Career changers should verify accreditation status and current outcome figures through the accreditors listed and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures, like annual cost, are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers 11 program families, with the top programs by completions being Culinary & pastry schools (25), LPN / LVN programs (22), and Barber schools (8).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 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 students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants. About 88.4% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 69.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $5,200, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $23,204, per 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 phone number or website listed to confirm current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private non-profit school, which typically means it is mission-driven rather than profit-driven, though tuition and outcomes still vary and should be checked individually.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?242644.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short-form trade programs like culinary arts, LPN, and barbering, which are commonly pursued by career changers, but program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so confirm fit directly with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school by phone at 78785736002011 or visit its website at https://www.br.inter.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across schools 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.