Marketing at Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus

Among Puerto Rico's 22 marketing programs, this one ranks in the 60th percentile—meaning graduates here earn slightly more than the typical PR marketing grad ($24,820 versus $23,964 statewide). But that state comparison masks a more troubling reality: these earnings fall in just the 5th percentile nationally, far below the $44,728 U.S. median. The $29,500 in student debt is nearly three times the typical debt load for PR marketing programs ($11,000) and exceeds what graduates earn in their first year out.

The 30% earnings growth to $32,177 by year four offers some relief, but even that improved figure lags substantially behind mainland opportunities. With 83% of students receiving Pell grants, this school serves a population that can least afford to take on above-average debt for below-average returns. The debt burden here is particularly concerning when compared to University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon, where marketing grads carry just $10,614 in debt.

One important caveat: these figures come from a small sample of fewer than 30 graduates, so individual outcomes may vary considerably. Still, parents should understand that this degree requires taking on significantly more debt than state peers while delivering earnings that barely exceed the local median. Unless your child has compelling reasons to attend this specific campus, exploring lower-cost alternatives within PR's university system would likely offer better value.