Accounting at EDP University of Puerto Rico-Villalba

EDP University-Villalba's accounting program sits at an interesting crossroads: it ranks near the bottom nationally (5th percentile) but among the strongest in Puerto Rico (80th percentile). That $31,705 first-year salary is actually tied for the highest among Puerto Rico's 40 accounting programs, though it's roughly 41% below the $53,694 U.S. median. The context matters here—Puerto Rico's median accounting graduate earns just $24,979, so this program is delivering returns 27% above the local benchmark where most graduates will likely work.

The financial proposition looks reasonable for the Puerto Rico job market. At $12,262, the debt load is less than half the national median and matches the state average, creating a manageable 0.39 debt-to-earnings ratio. If your child plans to build a career in Puerto Rico, they'd graduate with less debt than most mainland accounting students while earning more than most island peers. The 88% admission rate and 70% Pell grant rate indicate this serves students who need accessible pathways to professional credentials.

The major caveat: this data comes from fewer than 30 graduates, so individual outcomes could vary considerably. But for families evaluating Puerto Rico-based accounting programs, this appears to be a top-performing option that won't bury students in debt—just understand the earnings ceiling reflects the island's economic realities rather than the program's quality.