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Escuela Tecnica de Electricidad
Ponce, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit career school
Address: Villa Street #190, Ponce, PR 00730 · Phone: (787) 843-7100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Escuela Tecnica de Electricidad is a private for-profit trade school in Ponce, PR offering electrician and HVAC programs, accredited by ACCET.
Escuela Tecnica de Electricidad has a 95.3% completion rate versus a 69.2% state average, and graduates earn a median of $26,398 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Escuela Tecnica de Electricidad is $12,531, federal financial aid is accepted, and 72.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $27,840 | $37,440 | $46,670 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $24,010 | $31,480 | $37,460 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 242 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 36 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Escuela Tecnica de Electricidad is a private for-profit trade school located in Ponce, Puerto Rico. It is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and is approved for federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for tuition. The campus's most-awarded programs are electrician training (242 completers) and HVAC training (36 completers), reflecting a focus on hands-on skilled-trade instruction in a midsize-city setting.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 95.3%, well above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $26,398. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $12,531, and 72.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its concentration in electrician and HVAC training, this campus may suit students seeking focused, trade-specific instruction rather than a broad associate-degree pathway; program lengths themselves are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes independently through the accreditor and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, and contact the school directly for current program details.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Escuela Tecnica de Electricidad offers electrician training (242 completers) and HVAC training (36 completers), making up its two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 95.3%, which is above the Puerto Rico state average of 69.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (787) 843-7100 for details.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,398, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $12,531.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
It is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and how financial aid and outcomes are regulated compared to public or non-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 directly to confirm schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?431123.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on electrician and HVAC training suggests a hands-on, trade-specific approach, though specific adult or career-changer accommodations are not reported in federal data; contact the school to ask directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing a program are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with local licensing boards or contact the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Escuela Tecnica de Electricidad at (787) 843-7100 or through its website, https://www.etepr.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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.