Advantage Technical College (Manati, PR)
Advantage Technical College (Manati, PR) is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Manati, PR. It offers 5 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (9/26/1993 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Advantage Technical College (Manati, PR) is Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant and the 2025 tuition and fees is $14,700. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant programs ($20,397). The length of the program is 42 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 17 months.
The following table shows the 5 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Advantage Technical College (Manati, PR).
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | $14,700 | $800 | 42 Hours | 17 Months | $20,397 |
| 2 | Electrician | $12,600 | $800 | 36 Hours | 14 Months | $15,963 |
| 3 | Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician | $8,700 | $800 | 24 Hours | 12 Months | $13,584 |
| 4 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $10,500 | $800 | 30 Hours | 12 Months | $5,356 |
| 5 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $12,600 | $800 | 36 Hours | 14 Months | $16,042 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 584 students attended Advantage Technical College (Manati, PR) in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 13 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 7 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 36 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 36 (full-time) and 10 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Advantage Technical College (Manati, PR) is 60% and the retention rate is 76% at the school.
| Student Population | 584 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 60% |
| Number of Faculty | 20 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 36 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Advantage Technical College (Manati, PR) is $14,700
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
62% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,197 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $14,700 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $800 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $5,025 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $1,926 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,197 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Advantage Technical College (Manati, PR) offers 5 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 193 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 34 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 4 | 0 | 159 |
| Total | 5 | 0 | 193 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Advantage Technical College (Manati, PR) are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 193 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 34 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 159 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 34 completers |
| Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician | ✕ | 34 |
| Total | 34 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | ✕ | 69 completers |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | ✕ | 69 |
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 12 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 7 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 5 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 78 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 78 |
| Total | 159 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 584 students have enrolled into Advantage Technical College (Manati, PR). By gender, 342 male and 242 female students are attending the school.
584 Hispanic (100.00%), and 584 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 584 | 342 | 242 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 584 | 342 | 242 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 3 Ramos Velez St, Manati, PR
- 787-854-4776
- School Website
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