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Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Cupey Campus
San Juan, Puerto Rico · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 1399 Ave. Ana G. Mendez, San Juan, PR 00926 · Phone: 78776617176400 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Cupey Campus is a private non-profit trade and career school in San Juan, PR, offering massage therapy, pharmacy technician, and surgical technologist programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Cupey Campus carry a median debt of $14,250 and earn a median of $24,490 ten years after entry; completion rate compared to the state average of 69.2% is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and 99.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massage therapists | $23,020 | $29,000 | $30,720 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $23,030 | $29,520 | $43,130 |
| Surgical technologists | $25,500 | $30,600 | $34,200 |
| Dental assistants | $23,310 | $35,910 | $46,850 |
| Medical assistants | $22,380 | $46,120 | $59,990 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $24,460 | $35,280 | $47,740 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $23,120 | $30,760 | $46,820 |
| Medical records specialists | $21,900 | $27,990 | $39,680 |
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 | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 27 | not reported | not reported | $11,542 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Associate degree | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $10,441 | $16,663 | $5,001 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $11,902 | not reported | $8,250 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $8,891 | not reported | $9,250 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $12,020 | $9,688 | $6,354 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | $13,702 | $8,400 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $10,441 | $16,663 | $5,001 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | $11,902 | not reported | $8,250 |
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
Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Cupey Campus is a private non-profit university located in San Juan, Puerto Rico. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and, for its nursing-related offerings, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and it participates in federal financial aid (Title IV) programs. The campus awards trade and career-training credentials across 12 program families, most commonly in massage therapy, pharmacy technician training, and surgical technology.
Federal data show 147 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 4,540. The state average completion rate is 69.2%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,490. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Pell Grant recipients make up 99.3% of students, indicating a largely low-income student population.
This campus, located in a large city, may suit students interested in short, hands-on allied health and trade credentials such as massage therapy, pharmacy technician, or surgical technology training, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career changers should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and can review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers programs across 12 trade and career families, most commonly massage therapy, pharmacy technician, and surgical technologist programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 99.3% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate and its comparison to the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2% are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,250, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,490.
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 at its listed phone number or 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 can affect tuition pricing and mission compared to for-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 for details on specific program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and review outcomes at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?241739).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers allied health and trade programs such as pharmacy technician and surgical technology that may appeal to career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone or visit its website at https://uagm.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools offering the same trade programs 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.