Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. earnings-to-debt ratio is tight. 69% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is a private nonprofit institution located in Arecibo, PR with approximately 273 undergraduate students enrolled. Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 94%. The average net price after financial aid is $11,117 per year. The graduation rate is 54%, and the typical graduate earns $21,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 21% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.
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 (273 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
Carretera 662 KM 2.3
Arecibo, PR 00614-4045
Official Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo has an acceptance rate of 94%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo hard to get into?
Not especially. Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo has an acceptance rate of 94%, so admissions are relatively accessible for applicants who meet the requirements.
How much does Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo cost?
The average net price at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is about $11,117 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 Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo has a graduation rate of 54%, 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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