Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services at Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce

The starkly low earnings here—less than $10,000 in the first year—reflect Puerto Rico's distinct economic reality rather than program failure. Even within the island's context, this program ranks at just the 25th percentile, meaning three-quarters of comparable Puerto Rico programs produce better outcomes. The top programs on the island generate nearly double these earnings ($18,000+), suggesting students have significantly stronger options even when accounting for local wage structures.

The modest $6,125 debt load is one positive, representing manageable borrowing that graduates can realistically handle even at these income levels. The 29% earnings growth to nearly $12,000 by year four shows graduates do gain ground over time. Still, these figures remain disconnected from both the national median ($36,862) and even Puerto Rico's program median ($12,093). Students here are essentially earning below minimum wage in many U.S. markets, though this may be more viable within Puerto Rico's cost structure.

For families considering this program, the central question is whether higher-performing options are accessible. If your child can gain admission to one of the top-ranked programs listed above, that investment would likely deliver 50-90% higher earnings with similar debt. If those aren't available, understand that this degree leads to extremely limited income potential that may make independent living challenging, even accounting for Puerto Rico's lower cost of living.