Trade and career programs at NUC University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 2,869 | $15,757 | $16,754 | $9,500 |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 1,249 | $17,762 | $20,364 | $9,627 |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 1,112 | $28,015 | $24,908 | $9,500 |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 795 | $31,760 | $31,621 | $9,500 |
| Electrician | Certificate | 700 | $25,606 | $26,930 | $9,500 |
| Massage therapy | Certificate | 456 | $13,905 | $20,709 | $9,500 |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 300 | $20,761 | $24,961 | $18,568 |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 266 | $19,486 | $26,024 | $12,125 |
| Construction trades | Certificate | 212 | $20,845 | $22,663 | $9,500 |
| HVAC | Certificate | 181 | $39,343 | $45,209 | $14,750 |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 181 | $14,507 | $17,559 | $14,375 |
| Plumbing | Certificate | 160 | $25,760 | $21,656 | $9,500 |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 111 | $14,869 | $17,812 | $10,739 |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 106 | $14,777 | $18,567 | $9,500 |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 77 | $14,722 | $18,107 | $9,500 |
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 58 | $13,580 | $23,953 | $11,250 |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 49 | n/a | $19,418 | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 37 | $40,022 | $46,405 | $11,110 |
NUC University cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $15,898 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $19,031 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $11,921 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $11,782 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $12,130 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $12,369 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $14,854 |
| Over $110,000 | $17,689 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- Former students earned a median of $30,056 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $11,875 in federal student loans.
- 86% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Frequently asked questions
How much does NUC University cost?
Tuition and fees are $15,898 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $11,921 in 2024-25.
How much do NUC University graduates earn?
Welding certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $40,022 one year after finishing.
Is NUC University accredited?
NUC University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- American Educational College, Bayamon: $8,306 a year
- Automeca Technical College-Bayamon, Bayamon: $9,395 a year
- Bayamon Community College, Bayamon: $8,695 a year
- Caribbean University-Bayamon, Bayamon: $8,844 a year
- Escuela De Troqueleria Y Herramentaje, Bayamon: $3,850 a year
- Modern Hairstyling Institute-Bayamon, Bayamon: $9,800 a year
More: all trade schools in Puerto Rico · NUC University on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.