Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
62.26%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 62.26%. This means approximately 623 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,788 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
62.26%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $5,324 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $5,324 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $18,320 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $11,759 | State avg: $7,276. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 85.71% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 4.49% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$5,324
Books and supplies
$2,168
Fees and remainder
$10,828
Sticker price
$18,320
Average net price
$11,759
Average aid coverage
36%
$6,561 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo pays approximately $11,759 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Puerto Rico average of $7,276 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Puerto Rico and national averages.
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo net price
$11,759
Puerto Rico average
$7,276
National average
$17,506
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $5,324 and average net price at $11,759. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$5,324
Current net price
$11,759
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
50.68%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$30,512
Undergraduates
2,788
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo graduates earn about 0.7x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?
Undergraduates
2,788
Completion rate
50.68%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
85.71%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
4.49%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 85.71% of University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 4.49% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is listed at Finca las Dunas Carr 653 Ruta 129 Km 8, Arecibo, PR 00614-4010. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo | 62.26% | $5,324 | $11,759 | $30,512 |
| University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez | 52.17% | $5,274 | $12,684 | $48,992 |
| Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico | Not available | $9,810 | $16,338 | $47,540 |
| University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences | Not available | Not available | Not available | $45,953 |
| Albizu University-San Juan | 100.00% | $7,797 | $10,933 | $41,544 |
Similar Schools in Arecibo
This local cluster focuses on nearby Arecibo schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Arecibo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo's acceptance rate?
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 62.26%.
How much is University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo tuition?
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $5,324.
What is University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo's average net price?
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo's average net price in the local dataset is $11,759.
What is University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $30,512 for University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo.
Is University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo accredited?
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?
The local dataset lists 2,788 undergraduate students at University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo.
What percentage of University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo in the local dataset is 85.71%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?
The federal loan rate for University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo in the local dataset is 4.49%.
Where should I verify University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo or the latest official federal education data.