Business Operations Support and Assistant Services at Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Carolina Campus

This program sits at an unusual crossroads: it ranks in the 95th percentile among Puerto Rico's Business Operations programs but trails far behind the national median of $29,373. That gap reflects Puerto Rico's distinct economic realities more than any shortcoming of this specific program. At $16,658 in first-year earnings, graduates here earn nearly double what peers make at other PR institutions offering the same degree, including University of Puerto Rico campuses. The debt load of $19,256 is reasonable—roughly one year's starting salary—and below what students typically borrow nationally for this credential.

The 17% earnings growth to $19,535 by year four suggests steady career progression, though these figures remain modest by mainland standards. With 70% of students receiving Pell grants, this program serves economically vulnerable families who may have limited alternatives for bachelor's-level credentials. The small sample size (under 30 graduates) means a few outliers could shift these numbers significantly, so don't treat them as gospel.

For families committed to staying in Puerto Rico, this represents one of the stronger options in this field. Parents should verify current job market conditions and confirm their child has realistic expectations about post-graduation earnings, which will likely require careful budgeting even with relatively low debt.