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Public, 4-Year
Cayey, PR

University of Puerto Rico at Cayey

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PR. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$5,354

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

95.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

47.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$30,958

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Puerto Rico at Cayey is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Cayey, PR. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,354, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 47.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing438 – 557
20025th–75th percentile800
Math420 – 541
20025th–75th percentile800
Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$21,416

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

22.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$958

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$11,836

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$2,256

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 48%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Puerto Rico at Cayey is $5,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
68.1%
31.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
100.0%
White
0.0%
Asian
0.0%
Black
0.0%
International
0.0%
Two or more
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$5,354

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$8,652
$30k - $48k$9,610
$48k - $75k$10,406
$75k+$11,049

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$5,000
Pell Grant Recipients75.7%
Using Federal Loans3.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment70.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

78.8%

Success

47.9%

In-State Cost

$5,354

Age 25+ Students

3.6%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

416 students

Local City Insights

We are currently gathering city-level crime and housing data for Cayey. Check back soon for "Campus vs. City" comparisons!