University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo

Arecibo, Puerto Rico · Public, 4-year

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%

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.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Microbiological Sciences and Immunology.Bachelor's224$10,861$5,250
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Bachelor's214$15,217$4,500
Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians.Bachelor's131$11,747$5,500
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians.Bachelor's115$22,320$5,500
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians.Associate's78
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's77
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.Bachelor's72$14,864$4,500
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's52$14,736$5,300
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's44
Marketing.Bachelor's34
Computer Science.Bachelor's31
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's27$8,185
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians.Associate's22
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Bachelor's16
Social Sciences, Other.Bachelor's12
Finance and Financial Management Services.Bachelor's8
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.