University of Puerto Rico at Ponce
About University of Puerto Rico at Ponce
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of Puerto Rico at Ponce is a public university in Ponce, Puerto Rico. It offers affordable programs in biology, psychology, accounting, and allied health as part of the UPR system, serving the southern coast of the island.
Founded
1970
Location
Ponce, PR
Students
2,278
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
52.5%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
46.2%
Below national average
Tuition
$5,354
Per year
Avg Net Price
$10,990
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$31,394
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
52.5 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Jan 23
With a 52.5% acceptance rate, University of Puerto Rico at Ponce admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
46.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
73%
4-Year Grad
10%
6-Year Grad
46%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
53.1%
$/Student
$5.5K
Class Size
Large
The 10% graduation rate is below average, but 73% 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
$5,354
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$4,168
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,193
After Financial Aid
$10,990
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,114
Receive Grants
82.6%
Take Loans
7.9%
Tuition is $5,354/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $10,990.
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 University of Puerto Rico at Ponce fund their education.
While in School
82.6%
Get Grants
Free money
7.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$17,959
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$5,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$58/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $5,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Puerto Rico at Ponce.
Gender
53.3%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,278
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
21.4%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
6.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 21.4% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
2,278
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Puerto Rico at Ponce fields 9 varsity teams with 172 student athletes, about 8% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Other Sports
Student Athletes
172
8% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
107
Men
65
Women
9
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Puerto Rico at Ponceearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$31,394
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
$7K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, Other
$24K
44 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$22K
29 grads
4yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$35K
26 grads
4yr Earnings
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
$12K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$34K
18 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $31K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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