Columbia Central University-Caguas
Caguas, Puerto Rico · Private for-profit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$7,215
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
56.4%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
2,360
In-state tuition
$8,400
Out-of-state tuition
$8,400
Cost of attendance
$13,594
Median earnings (10y)
$23,134
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 63.1%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
9 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (49%), trades & services (44%), business (3%).
- STEM1%
- Health49%
- Business3%
- Humanities & arts2%
- Social sciences0%
- Trades & services44%
- Health professions49.3%~1,163 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Agriculture37.8%~892 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~107 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business2.6%~61 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~55 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~37 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science1.1%~26 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education0.2%~4 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
27 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 278 | $23,659 | $5,250 |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 226 | — | $7,000 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 210 | — | $5,057 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 162 | $12,689 | $3,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 150 | $15,009 | $7,125 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 141 | — | $4,819 |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities. | Master's | 79 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 72 | $43,215 | — |
| Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 58 | — | $13,875 |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 50 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 41 | $10,296 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 40 | $14,148 | $3,500 |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 32 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 31 | $45,268 | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 19 | $11,104 | $3,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 18 | — | — |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Undergraduate certificate | 13 | $9,389 | $5,760 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 7 | $9,002 | $5,375 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | $25,149 | — |
| Physics. | Associate's | — | $23,590 | — |
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 Columbia Central University-Caguas
Columbia Central University-Caguas is a mid-sized institution located in Caguas, Puerto Rico, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 2,360 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Agriculture, Communications tech.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Columbia Central University-Caguas — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $7,215 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $8,400 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,594 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 56.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 63.1% 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 $23,134 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Columbia Central University-Caguas confers degrees and certificates across 9 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Agriculture, Communications tech. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (49% of credentials), trades & services (44% of credentials), business (3% 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 Caguas, Puerto Rico (city), Columbia Central University-Caguas 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 Columbia Central University-Caguas
Q.How much does Columbia Central University-Caguas cost?
The average net price at Columbia Central University-Caguas is $7,215 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,594.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Columbia Central University-Caguas?
Columbia Central University-Caguas has a 6-year graduation rate of 56.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Columbia Central University-Caguas graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Columbia Central University-Caguas graduate earns $23,134 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Columbia Central University-Caguas?
Published tuition is $8,400 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Columbia Central University-Caguas located?
Columbia Central University-Caguas is located in Caguas, Puerto Rico (ZIP 00726).
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 Columbia Central University-Caguas at their official website.