Nova College de Puerto Rico
Nova College de Puerto Rico is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Bayamon, PR. It offers 10 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 (6/25/1995 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Nova College de Puerto Rico is Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist and the 2024 tuition and fees is $7,730. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist programs ($5,356). The length of the program is 28 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 8 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Nova College de Puerto Rico.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $7,730 | $250 | 28 Hours | 8 Months | $5,356 |
| 2 | Barbering/Barber | $11,595 | $395 | 36 Hours | 12 Months | $14,546 |
| 3 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $11,595 | $380 | 36 Hours | 12 Months | $16,042 |
| 4 | Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | $11,595 | $150 | 36 Hours | 12 Months | $8,424 |
| 5 | Banking and Financial Support Services | $7,730 | $150 | 24 Hours | 8 Months | $7,730 |
| 6 | Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | $19,325 | $160 | 68 Hours | 24 Months | $14,974 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 141 students attended Nova College de Puerto Rico in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 11 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 2 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 29 (full-time) and 2 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Nova College de Puerto Rico is 71% and the retention rate is 71% at the school.
| Student Population | 141 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 71% |
| Number of Faculty | 13 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 10 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Nova College de Puerto Rico is $7,730
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
83% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,184 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $7,730 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $250 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $4,480 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $1,440 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,184 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Nova College de Puerto Rico offers 10 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate, 4 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, 103 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 | 60 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 5 | 0 | 37 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Total | 10 | 0 | 103 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Nova College de Puerto Rico are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 103 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 60 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 37 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 6 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 43 completers |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 35 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts (other) | ✕ | 8 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 7 completers |
| Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician | ✕ | 7 |
| Business | ✕ | 10 completers |
| Banking and Financial Support Services | ✕ | 10 |
| Total | 60 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 25 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 13 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 12 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 0 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 2 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 2 |
| Business | ✕ | 10 completers |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | ✕ | 10 |
| Total | 37 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 6 completers |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 6 |
| Total | 6 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 141 students have enrolled into Nova College de Puerto Rico. By gender, 35 male and 106 female students are attending the school.
141 Hispanic (100.00%), and 141 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 141 | 35 | 106 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 141 | 35 | 106 |
| 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
- #137 Dr. Veve Street, Bayamon, PR
- 787-740-5030
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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