Instituto Educativo Premier

Instituto Educativo Premier is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution located in Ponce, Puerto Rico, in a midsize city setting. The institute enrolls 463 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 57.00 out of 100. Its completion rate is 78% (IPEDS 2023), and the retention rate is 69% (IPEDS 2023).

The institute offers one-to-two-year certificate programs in Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General; Barbering/Barber; and Make-Up Artist/Specialist. These programs prepare students for licensure and employment in Puerto Rico's beauty and personal care industry.

Located in Ponce, Puerto Rico's second-largest city, Instituto Educativo Premier serves students in the southern region of the island. Its completion rate of 78% (IPEDS 2023) is among the stronger outcomes for less-than-two-year institutions, reflecting effective program delivery across its cosmetology and beauty arts offerings.