At a glance
Average net price
$10,680
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
52.0%
Admission rate
59%
Undergrad size
2,669
In-state tuition
$5,354
Out-of-state tuition
$5,354
Cost of attendance
$17,710
Median earnings (10y)
$30,512
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 76.1%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
10 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (29%), health (23%), business (16%).
- STEM29%
- Health23%
- Business16%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services16%
- Health professions23.1%~615 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business16.5%~439 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Biological sciences15.0%~401 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communications tech11.9%~318 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech9.5%~253 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology9.3%~247 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education5.3%~143 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science4.3%~115 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture3.7%~99 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences1.4%~38 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
17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology. | Bachelor's | 224 | $10,861 | $5,250 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 214 | $15,217 | $4,500 |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 131 | $11,747 | $5,500 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 115 | $22,320 | $5,500 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 78 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 77 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 72 | $14,864 | $4,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 52 | $14,736 | $5,300 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 44 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 27 | $8,185 | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 22 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | — | $31,807 | — |
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 University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is a mid-sized institution located in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,669 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $10,680 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $5,354 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $17,710 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 52.0%, a above-average completion outcome. 76.1% 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 $30,512 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo confers degrees and certificates across 10 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (29% of credentials), health (23% of credentials), business (16% 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
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo accepts 59% of applicants, making it moderately selective.
Location & campus
Set in Arecibo, Puerto Rico (city), University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo 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 University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
Q.How much does University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo cost?
The average net price at University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is $10,680 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $17,710.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo has a 6-year graduation rate of 52.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo admits 59% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo graduate earns $30,512 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?
Published tuition is $5,354 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo located?
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is located in Arecibo, Puerto Rico (ZIP 00614).
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 University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo at their official website.