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Public, 4-Year
Ponce, PR

University of Puerto Rico at Ponce

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

56.1%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

46.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$31,394

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Puerto Rico at Ponce is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Ponce, PR. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,354, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 46.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$21,416

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

15.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$1,394

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$7,476

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$6,464

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 47%

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 Ponce is $5,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
53.9%
46.1%
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$7,047
$30k - $48k$7,848
$48k - $75k$8,335
$75k+$8,538

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$5,500
Pell Grant Recipients81.1%
Using Federal Loans6.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment51.3%

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

80.3%

Success

46.8%

In-State Cost

$5,354

Age 25+ Students

6.3%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

475 students

Living In Ponce

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$454

Monthly Average

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1 Bedroom

$467

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$524

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Ponce metropolitan area.