Caribbean University-Vega Baja
Vega Baja, Puerto Rico · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$5,235
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
50.0%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
152
In-state tuition
$8,844
Out-of-state tuition
$8,844
Cost of attendance
$9,936
Median earnings (10y)
$22,842
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 65.0%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
5 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (45%), business (24%), trades & services (21%).
- Health45%
- Business24%
- Social sciences9%
- Trades & services21%
- Health professions45.5%~69 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business24.2%~37 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education3.0%~5 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
7 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Bachelor's | 12 | $14,156 | $15,250 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | $7,500 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 5 | $20,782 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 4 | $16,004 | $13,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Associate's | 2 | — | $8,000 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 1 | $24,782 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Caribbean University-Vega Baja
Caribbean University-Vega Baja is a small institution located in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 152 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Caribbean University-Vega Baja — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $5,235 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $8,844 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $9,936 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 50.0%, a average completion outcome. 65.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $22,842 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Caribbean University-Vega Baja confers degrees and certificates across 5 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (45% of credentials), business (24% of credentials), trades & services (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico (suburb), Caribbean University-Vega Baja draws students from across Puerto Rico and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Caribbean University-Vega Baja
Q.How much does Caribbean University-Vega Baja cost?
The average net price at Caribbean University-Vega Baja is $5,235 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $9,936.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Caribbean University-Vega Baja?
Caribbean University-Vega Baja has a 6-year graduation rate of 50.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Caribbean University-Vega Baja graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Caribbean University-Vega Baja graduate earns $22,842 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Caribbean University-Vega Baja?
Published tuition is $8,844 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Caribbean University-Vega Baja located?
Caribbean University-Vega Baja is located in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico (ZIP 00964).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Caribbean University-Vega Baja at their official website.