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Caribbean University-Ponce

Ponce, PR·Private nonprofit·414 students
Last updated: May 4, 2026

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.

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414
Students
$4,964
Net Price
37%
Grad Rate
$21,400
Earnings
10 yr
$10,500
Debt

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.

Setting
Midsize city
Avg Faculty Salary
$2,281

Popular Programs

Engineering51%
Health Professions15%
Business & Marketing7%
Computer Science4%
Education2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$8,844
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,844
Avg Net Price
$4,964
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants71%
Median debt at graduation$10,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
37%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
76%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$21,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$10,500
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$20,900
Female graduates$15,900

Gap: 24% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$10,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$18,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$21,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.0x

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

Hispanic/Latino100%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (414 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Caribbean University-Ponce

AVE. EDNITA NAZARIO #1015

Ponce, PR 00716-7733

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Sources & Methodology

Data

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.

Important Caveats
  • 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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