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Puerto Rico Advance Institute
Bayamon, Puerto Rico · Private non-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 14 Barbosa Street, Bayamon, PR 00961 · Phone: (787) 786-5566 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Puerto Rico Advance Institute is a private non-profit trade school in Bayamon, PR offering cosmetology and culinary programs, accredited by ACCET.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, though the state average completion rate in Puerto Rico is 69.2%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data for Puerto Rico Advance Institute; contact the school for current tuition. It does participate in Title IV federal financial aid, and about 12.0% 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 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $23,730 | $30,800 | $47,840 |
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 | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 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
Puerto Rico Advance Institute is a private non-profit trade school in Bayamon, PR, accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training. Because the school participates in Title IV, students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. The campus focuses on two program families: cosmetology schools, its largest offering with 13 completers, and culinary & pastry schools, with 3 completers, for a total of 16 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 29.
Federal data shows the state average completion rate in Puerto Rico is 69.2%, but this campus's own completion rate compared to that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, and annual cost of attendance are also not reported for this campus in federal data. About 12.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a share of the student body relies on need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on training in cosmetology or culinary arts rather than a multi-year associate degree, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Given the small enrollment and program mix, it could appeal to career changers seeking focused vocational training in Bayamon's midsize city setting, but prospective students should verify current offerings directly. To confirm accreditation status and check for updated outcomes, contact the school directly or review its profile on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Puerto Rico Advance Institute offers cosmetology schools (13 completers) and culinary & pastry schools (3 completers), for a total program count of 2 families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET), 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 student aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate in Puerto Rico is 69.2%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
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) 786-5566 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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Puerto Rico Advance Institute is a private non-profit school, meaning it is not operated for shareholder profit, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional priorities compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly at (787) 786-5566 or visit https://www.prai2010.com/ for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCET and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?499538.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements for cosmetology or culinary careers are not specified in the available data; contact the school for details on state licensing exams.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Puerto Rico Advance Institute at (787) 786-5566 or through its website, https://www.prai2010.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby cosmetology or culinary schools is not reported in the available federal data; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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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.