Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico
About Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico is a private engineering-focused university in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico. It specializes in mechanical, industrial, electrical, and civil engineering, serving as a key institution for STEM education on the island.
Founded
1966
Location
Hato Rey, PR
Students
4,147
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.1%
Below national average
Tuition
$9,870
Per year
Avg Net Price
$17,540
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$47,540
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
28.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
78.3%
4-Year Grad
2%
6-Year Grad
22%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
62.2%
$/Student
$4.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 2% graduation rate is below average, but 78.3% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$9,870
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,085
Books & Supplies
$2,448
Total Cost of Attendance
$23,368
After Financial Aid
$17,540
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,406
Receive Grants
62.2%
Take Loans
33.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $23,368/yr, including $11,085 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $17,540.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico fund their education.
While in School
62.2%
Get Grants
Free money
33.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,451
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$22,564
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$239/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 33.9% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $22,564. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico.
Gender
29%
Female
71%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,594
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
553
Graduates
22%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
22.2%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 71% of the student body. 22% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
3,594
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Trimester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico fields 7 varsity teams with 71 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Volleyball
Student Athletes
71
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
46
Men
25
Women
7
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Ricoearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$47,540
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biomedical/Medical Engineering
—
72 grads
Mechanical Engineering
—
61 grads
Computer Engineering
$38K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Industrial Engineering
—
50 grads
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
—
47 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
33 grads
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $48K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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