Instituto Educativo Premier
Instituto Educativo Premier is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Ponce, PR. It offers 8 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 (8/21/2007 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Instituto Educativo Premier is Barbering/Barber and the 2025 tuition and fees is $10,279. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Barbering/Barber programs ($14,546). The length of the program is 36 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 12 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Instituto Educativo Premier.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barbering/Barber | $10,279 | $765 | 36 Hours | 12 Months | $14,546 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $10,279 | $765 | 36 Hours | 12 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $7,450 | $545 | 30 Hours | 8 Months | $5,356 |
| 4 | Make-Up Artist/Specialist | $7,450 | $545 | 30 Hours | 8 Months | $7,960 |
| 5 | Barbering/Barber | $7,450 | $545 | 30 Hours | 8 Months | $14,546 |
| 6 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $7,465 | $530 | 30 Hours | 8 Months | $16,042 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 290 students attended Instituto Educativo Premier in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 11 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 32 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 25 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 43 (full-time) and 34 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Instituto Educativo Premier is 78% and the retention rate is 81% at the school.
| Student Population | 290 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 78% |
| Number of Faculty | 43 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 25 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Instituto Educativo Premier is $10,279
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
88% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $6,771 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $10,279 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $765 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $9,468 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $7,572 |
| Average Financial Amount | $6,771 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Instituto Educativo Premier offers 8 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, 328 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 4 | 0 | 328 |
| Total | 8 | 0 | 328 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Instituto Educativo Premier are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 328 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 328 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 0 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 0 |
| Make-Up Artist/Specialist | ✕ | 0 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 328 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 81 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 139 |
| Make-Up Artist/Specialist | ✕ | 27 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 81 |
| Total | 328 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 290 students have enrolled into Instituto Educativo Premier. By gender, 92 male and 198 female students are attending the school.
290 Hispanic (100.00%), and 290 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 290 | 92 | 198 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 290 | 92 | 198 |
| 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
- CALLE Villa #123, Ponce, PR
- 787-843-1515
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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