University of Puerto Rico-Carolina
About University of Puerto Rico-Carolina
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina is a public university in Carolina, Puerto Rico, near San Juan. It offers programs in criminal justice, hospitality, finance, and design, with a focus on career-ready education at affordable public tuition.
Founded
1974
Location
Carolina, PR
Students
2,404
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
54.5%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
37.3%
Below national average
Tuition
$7,986
Per year
Avg Net Price
$12,945
After financial aid
SAT Average
932
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$30,626
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
54.5 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Jan 23
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina accepts 54.5% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
932/ 1600
ACT Scores
N/A
Not reported
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
37.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
71.5%
4-Year Grad
23%
6-Year Grad
44%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
58%
$/Student
$5.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 23% graduation rate is below average, but 71.5% 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
$7,986
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,793
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,396
After Financial Aid
$12,945
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,287
Receive Grants
76%
Take Loans
3.4%
Tuition is $7,986/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,945.
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-Carolina fund their education.
While in School
76%
Get Grants
Free money
3.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,302
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-Carolina.
Gender
64.9%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,404
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
18.4%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
7.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 18.4% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,404
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
No
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
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina fields 6 varsity teams with 137 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Track and Field (Indoor)
Student Athletes
137
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
47% / 53%
64
Men
73
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
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-Carolinaearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$30,626
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Hospitality Administration/Management
$37K
66 grads
4yr Earnings
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
$26K
64 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$33K
60 grads
4yr Earnings
Security Science and Technology
—
26 grads
Graphic Communications
—
24 grads
Design and Applied Arts
—
16 grads
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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