Caribbean University-Ponce
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%. financial aid brings net price below sticker; 71% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Caribbean University-Ponce is a private nonprofit institution located in Ponce, PR with approximately 414 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $4,964 per year. The graduation rate is 37%, and the typical graduate earns $21,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
For Puerto Rican families who need an affordable, locally accessible path to a degree, the low net price here — just $4,964 per year — is genuinely hard to beat, and the small enrollment means students aren't lost in the crowd. That said, the numbers tell a story worth taking seriously: only 37% of students graduate, which is well below average and suggests many students struggle to finish, whether due to financial, academic, or life circumstances. Median earnings of $21,400 a decade after enrollment are modest, though the median debt of $10,500 at graduation is reassuringly low, meaning graduates who do finish aren't buried in loans. If your student is considering this school, I'd strongly encourage asking the admissions office what specific academic support and advising services are in place, since the retention and graduation data suggest that support structures may need strengthening. This can be a reasonable choice for a motivated, financially constrained student who has a clear plan and a strong support system at home — but go in with eyes open and a backup strategy if things get rocky.
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Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 24% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (414 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Caribbean University-Ponce cost?
The average net price at Caribbean University-Ponce is about $4,964 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Caribbean University-Ponce?
Caribbean University-Ponce has a graduation rate of 37%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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