National University College-Rio Grande
School Highlights
National University College-Rio Grande serves 1,783 students (52% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 99%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 1,783 students
- Private-state tuition: $6,495
- Acceptance Rate: 98%
- Student:teacher ratio: 39:1
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
National University College-Rio Grande ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 21% over five years.
National University College-Rio Grande
(PR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Item not available
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
46 staff
70 staff
Student Body
The student population of National University College-Rio Grande has grown by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 39:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The National University College-Rio Grande diversity score of 0.00 is less than the state average of 0.08. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,783 students
488 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
39:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
921 students
371 students
# Part-Time Students
862 students
117 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
199 students
341 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
921 students
370 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
59 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
862 students
138 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
33 students
% Hispanic
100%
96%
% Black
n/a
2%
% White
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.00
0.08
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
49%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.63%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$19,600
$20,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $6,495 is less than the state average of $6,532. The private state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$6,495
$6,532
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$5,500
$4,865
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$2,750
Acceptance Rate
98%
84%
SAT Reading
n/a
422
SAT Math
n/a
456
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does National University College-Rio Grande cost?
National University College-Rio Grande's private state tuition is approximately $6,495.
What is the acceptance rate of National University College-Rio Grande?
The acceptance rate of National University College-Rio Grande is 98%, which is higher than the state average of 84%.
What is National University College-Rio Grande's ranking?
National University College-Rio Grande ranks among the top 20% of community college in Puerto Rico for: Average community college minority breakdown, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Largest student body.
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