University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. 89% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is a public institution located in Arecibo, PR with approximately 2,669 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 59%. The average net price after financial aid is $10,680 per year. The graduation rate is 52%, and the typical graduate earns $30,512 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo is a public college in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. It is part of the University of Puerto Rico. UPR-Arecibo was previously the Colegio Regional de Arecibo and Colegio Universitario Tecnológico de Arecibo.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $4,500 median debt at graduation is remarkably low, making this one of the more affordable paths to a degree in Puerto Rico at roughly $11,759/year out of pocket. However, the 51% graduation rate is a real concern — only about half of students who start here finish, which is worth asking the school directly about before enrolling. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious and have a clear plan, but go in with eyes open and a support strategy in place.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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What Each Major Actually Earns
Median earnings four years after graduation, by major, next to the national median for that same major at every college. The school-wide average hides this: at most schools the spread between the best- and worst-paying majors is far wider than the gap between schools.
| Major | Grads | Here | National | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | 116 | $37,027 | $62,582 | −$25,555 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 91 | $38,478 | $88,910 | −$50,432 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | 63 | $36,328 | $80,890 | −$44,562 |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | 62 | $22,550 | $44,889 | −$22,339 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 35 | $30,948 | $68,257 | −$37,309 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 34 | $25,528 | $50,523 | −$24,995 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 22 | $34,294 | $76,194 | −$41,900 |
| Marketing | 18 | $32,259 | $69,303 | −$37,044 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 8 | $25,502 | $47,382 | −$21,880 |
U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard field-of-study data. Median earnings of graduates working and not enrolled four years after completing a bachelor's degreehere. Majors with too few graduates to report are omitted for privacy, so this is not the school's full program list.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
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 (2,669 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
Finca las Dunas Carr 653 Ruta 129 Km 8
Arecibo, PR 00614-4010
Official Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo has an acceptance rate of 59%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo hard to get into?
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of 59%. Solid grades and a complete application give most applicants a real shot.
How much does University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo cost?
The average net price at University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is about $10,680 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 University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo has a graduation rate of 52%, 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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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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