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Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Guayama
Guayama, Puerto Rico · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: Bo Machete Highway 744 Km 1.2, Guayama, PR 00784 · Phone: (787) 864-2222 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Guayama is a private non-profit trade school in Guayama, PR offering LPN/LVN, pharmacy technician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt at Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Guayama is $9,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $25,827; the campus completion rate is not reported, though the state average is 69.2%.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Guayama; contact the school for current tuition. The school accepts federal financial aid, and 66.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $23,120 | $30,760 | $46,820 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $23,030 | $29,520 | $43,130 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,840 | $22,090 | $22,910 |
| Barbers (U.S.) | $28,600 | $38,210 | $58,960 |
| Medical records specialists | $21,900 | $27,990 | $39,680 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $24,460 | $35,280 | $47,740 |
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 | 73 | not reported | not reported | $5,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 4 | 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-Guayama is a private non-profit campus located in Guayama, PR, a small city setting. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and, for its nursing offerings, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Among its six program families, the campus awards the most credentials in LPN / LVN programs (73 completers), pharmacy technician programs (16), and cosmetology schools (10).
Federal data show 118 trade-program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 2,393. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 69.2%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were $25,827. About 66.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given the concentration in LPN/LVN, pharmacy technician, and cosmetology training, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, licensure-oriented programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including adult career-changers, should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard or by contacting the school, since not all figures are captured here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers six program families, most notably LPN / LVN programs (73 completers), pharmacy technician programs (16), and cosmetology schools (10), along with barber, medical billing/coding, and radiology technician programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. It holds accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and, for nursing programs, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
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 can apply for FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 69.2%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $9,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry were $25,827, 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 (787) 864-2222 or visit its website for 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 reinvests revenue into educational operations rather than distributing profits to owners.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?242699.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus's focus on LPN/LVN, pharmacy technician, and cosmetology training suggests programs aimed at entry-level licensure fields, but specific fit for adult career-changers is not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss scheduling and program length.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (787) 864-2222 or visit its website at https://www.guayama.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 in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare campuses 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.