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University of Puerto Rico-Carolina

Carolina, PR · Public · Large suburb · Website

Admission rate
55%
Accessible
Average net price
$12,472
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
40%
Median earnings
$35,146
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Puerto Rico-Carolina is a public college in Carolina, PR with 2,404 undergraduates. It admits 55% of applicants, and admitted students average 932 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $12,472 per year ($12,365 for families earning under $30,000). 40% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $35,146 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
55%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,779
Fall 2023
Admitted
938
Fall 2023
Yield
76%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing411–538
200800
SAT Math398–519
200800

What University of Puerto Rico-Carolina looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testNot considered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$19,478
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$7,986
Out-of-state tuition
$7,986

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$12,365
  • $30–48k$12,244
  • $48–75k$12,875
  • $75–110k$16,435
  • $110k+$18,738

Get a personal estimate with University of Puerto Rico-Carolina's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
40%
Freshman retention
72%
Median earnings
$35,146
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$5,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,404
Student–faculty ratio
20:1
Receive Pell grants
77%
  • White0%
  • Hispanic96%
  • Black3%
  • Asian0%

University of Puerto Rico-Carolina FAQ

What is University of Puerto Rico-Carolina's acceptance rate?+

University of Puerto Rico-Carolina admits 55% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for University of Puerto Rico-Carolina?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 411–538 on SAT Reading and Writing and 398–519 on SAT Math; the average total is 932.

Is University of Puerto Rico-Carolina test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of Puerto Rico-Carolina?+

In Fall 2023, 1,779 students applied to University of Puerto Rico-Carolina and 938 were admitted; 712 enrolled.

Does University of Puerto Rico-Carolina consider legacy status?+

No. University of Puerto Rico-Carolina reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Puerto Rico-Carolina require an essay?+

University of Puerto Rico-Carolina reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Puerto Rico-Carolina cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $19,478 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,472.

What is University of Puerto Rico-Carolina's graduation rate?+

40% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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