Center for Advanced Studies On Puerto Rico and the Caribbean
San Juan, Puerto Rico · Private, nonprofit
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Puerto Rico high-school graduate (about $16,495/yr). Another 7 programs did not have enough data to judge.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area Studies | Doctoral Degree | $47,725 | +$31,230 | clears the bar | $24,825 | 0.8 yrs |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.