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PC

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce

Ponce, PRPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Open Admission • 98% Acceptance
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98%
Accept Rate
Open Admission
$13,192
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
3.9K
Students
Medium campus body
$20,637
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Ponce, PR. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 3.9K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 98%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
3.9K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
98% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading595 - 680
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math600 - 680
200typical 50% range800
ACT CompositeNot Reported
98%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission

Top Majors & Programs

Biological Sciences22% of degrees
Health Sciences19% of degrees
Business & Marketing12% of degrees
Social Sciences3% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Architecture.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,710
Earnings 5yr: $56,264
Debt: $31,000
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.
Credential: Graduate/Professional Certificate
Earnings 4yr: $40,489
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Law.
Credential: First Professional Degree
Earnings 4yr: $39,634
Earnings 5yr: $41,051
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $36,764
Earnings 5yr: $36,244
Debt: $19,000
Management Information Systems and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $30,298
Earnings 5yr: $31,520
Debt: N/A
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $24,451
Earnings 5yr: $26,591
Debt: $15,750
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $24,028
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $20,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $23,351
Earnings 5yr: $23,955
Debt: $14,150
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $22,355
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $16,413
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $20,189
Earnings 5yr: $23,029
Debt: N/A
Social Work.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $19,099
Earnings 5yr: $18,352
Debt: $17,500
Culinary Arts and Related Services.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: $11,092
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Biotechnology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $49,021
Debt: N/A
Chemistry.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $37,132
Debt: $16,250
Human Resources Management and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $25,381
Debt: $15,000
Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $19,220
Debt: N/A
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Graduate/Professional Certificate
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$13,192
In-State Tuition$6,650
Out-of-State Tuition$6,650
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

81%
Pell Grants
30%
Take Loans
32%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$20,637
+21% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$24,908

Completion Signals

49%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
83%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$11,337
Est. Monthly Payment
$122/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

36%
Men
64%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 36% men and 64% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
31%
Part-Time Share
12%
Avg Family Income
$16,658
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