At a glance
Average net price
$12,945
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
37.3%
Admission rate
55%
Undergrad size
2,404
In-state tuition
$7,986
Out-of-state tuition
$7,986
Cost of attendance
$19,396
Median earnings (10y)
$30,626
Admissions
- SAT average
- 932
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 71.5%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
8 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (30%), business (27%), social sciences (24%).
- STEM10%
- Business27%
- Humanities & arts9%
- Social sciences24%
- Trades & services30%
- Business27.1%~651 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology22.1%~530 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~495 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech10.3%~247 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~226 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~134 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication2.9%~71 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education2.1%~50 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
13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 150 | $11,399 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 138 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor's | 125 | $24,523 | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Bachelor's | 58 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Bachelor's | 57 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 53 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 46 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
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-Carolina
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina is a mid-sized institution located in Carolina, Puerto Rico, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,404 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Psychology, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Puerto Rico-Carolina — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,945 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $7,986 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $19,396 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 37.3%, a average completion outcome. 71.5% 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 $30,626 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina confers degrees and certificates across 8 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Psychology, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (30% of credentials), business (27% of credentials), social sciences (24% 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-Carolina accepts 55% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 932.
Location & campus
Set in Carolina, Puerto Rico (suburb), University of Puerto Rico-Carolina 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-Carolina
Q.How much does University of Puerto Rico-Carolina cost?
The average net price at University of Puerto Rico-Carolina is $12,945 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $19,396.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Puerto Rico-Carolina?
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina has a 6-year graduation rate of 37.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Puerto Rico-Carolina?
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina admits 55% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of Puerto Rico-Carolina graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Puerto Rico-Carolina graduate earns $30,626 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Puerto Rico-Carolina?
Published tuition is $7,986 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Puerto Rico-Carolina located?
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina is located in Carolina, Puerto Rico (ZIP 00984).
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-Carolina at their official website.