- Atlantic University is a private college in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. It was founded in 1983 by Colonel Ram贸n M. Barqu铆n. It is one of the few colleges or universities in the Caribbean specializing in digital arts education in all of its forms.
School Highlights
Atlantic University serves 1,540 students (77% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 98%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 1,540 students
- Private-state tuition: $7,395
- Student-teacher ratio: 29:1
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Atlantic University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 53% over five years.
Atlantic University
(PR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Item not available
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1981
Total Faculty
53 staff
34 staff
School Motto
No data provided
Student Body
The student population of Atlantic University has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Atlantic University diversity score of 0.00 is less than the state average of 0.13. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,540 students
378 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
1,193 students
295 students
# Part-Time Students
347 students
83 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,451 students
373 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,139 students
286 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
54 students
105 students
% Hispanic
100%
93%
Diversity Score
0.00
0.13
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
35%
38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$21,700
$20,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $7,395 is more than the state average of $6,479. The private state tuition has grown by 6% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$7,395
$6,479
Tuition Notes
No data provided
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
98%
Median Debt for Graduates
$5,500
$5,167
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,000
$3,500
Sports
Colors
No data provided
School Mascot
No Data Provided
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- No data provided -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Atlantic University cost?
Atlantic University's private state tuition is approximately $7,395.
Who are famous alumni from Atlantic University?
Atlantic University famous alumni include: No data provided.
What is Atlantic University's ranking?
Atlantic University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Puerto Rico for: Average community college minority breakdown and Largest student body.
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