Automeca Technical College-Ponce
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. strong 76% graduation rate; financial aid brings net price below sticker.
About This School
Automeca Technical College-Ponce is a private for-profit institution located in Ponce, PR with approximately 310 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $4,834 per year. The graduation rate is 76%, and the typical graduate earns $23,900 within 10 years of enrollment.
Students and families in the Ponce area looking for an affordable, focused technical education — particularly in automotive and related trades — will find a lot to like here. The numbers tell a genuinely encouraging story: at just $4,834 per year in average net cost and a median debt at graduation of only $3,030, this is one of the more financially responsible paths a student can take, and the 76% graduation rate suggests most students who start actually finish. The honest concern is the earning side — a median income of $23,900 ten years out is modest, and families should go in with clear eyes about what the local job market looks like for these credentials. That said, if a student has a specific trade in mind, wants to stay in Puerto Rico, and values completing a credential without taking on serious debt, this school makes a lot of sense practically. Before applying, I'd encourage families to speak directly with recent graduates about where they landed — not to talk anyone out of it, but to make sure the training aligns with actual hiring in the region.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (310 undergraduates).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Automeca Technical College-Ponce cost?
The average net price at Automeca Technical College-Ponce is about $4,834 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Automeca Technical College-Ponce?
Automeca Technical College-Ponce has a graduation rate of 76%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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