Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Ponce, PR. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission stats at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.
The PUCPR's 2024 tuition & fees is $6,340 for the academic year 2023-2024. 99% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,389.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 5,776 and the students to faculty ratio is 21 to 1 (4.76%).
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is $6,340. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $6,911.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $6,790 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,258.
Undergraduate$6,340
Graduate$6,911
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)
Undergraduate$6,790
Graduate$7,258
The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is 90.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 28.00%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,285.
The average graduation rate is 42%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 5,776 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
2024 PUCPR Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »90.00% Acceptance Rate / 28.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,285 SAT
Graduation Rate »42%
Retention Rate79%(full-time), 100% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio4.76% (21 to 1)
Student Population »5,776 (4,139 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$7,389

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce has a law school. You can view the detailed program information by offered type and program.

On-Campus Students Services

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at PUCPR
Learning Opportunities
ROTCAir Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce Directory Information

Address2250 Boulevard Luis A. Ferre Aguayo Suite 608, Ponce, PR 00717-9997
Phone787-841-2000
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-years, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryDoctoral / Research University
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree
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