University of Puerto Rico-Cayey
About University of Puerto Rico-Cayey
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of Puerto Rico-Cayey is a public university in Cayey, Puerto Rico, in the central mountains of the island. It offers affordable programs in accounting, biology, psychology, and education as part of the UPR system.
Founded
1967
Location
Cayey, PR
Students
2,069
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
53%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
49.8%
Below national average
Tuition
$5,354
Per year
Avg Net Price
$10,176
After financial aid
SAT Average
955
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$30,958
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
53 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Jan 23
With a 53% acceptance rate, University of Puerto Rico-Cayey admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
955/ 1600
ACT Scores
24/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
49.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
75.9%
4-Year Grad
8%
6-Year Grad
47%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
89.5%
$/Student
$8.6K
Class Size
Large
The 8% graduation rate is below average, but 75.9% 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
$15,909
After Financial Aid
$10,176
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,495
Receive Grants
75.9%
Take Loans
0.4%
Tuition is $5,354/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $10,176.
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-Cayey fund their education.
While in School
75.9%
Get Grants
Free money
0.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$17,544
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$5,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$53/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $5,000, 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-Cayey.
Gender
68.3%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,069
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
19.1%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
3.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 68% of the student body. 19.1% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,069
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
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-Cayey fields 9 varsity teams with 137 student athletes, about 7% 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: Soccer
Student Athletes
137
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
70
Men
67
Women
7
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-Cayeyearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$30,958
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biology, General
$18K
78 grads
1yr Earnings
Natural Sciences
$12K
70 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$10K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, Other
$25K
36 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$23K
33 grads
4yr Earnings
Chemistry
$50K
21 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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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.