For the 2025 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 1,958 students in Arecibo Municipio County, Puerto Rico.
The average community college acceptance rate in Puerto Rico is 68% (compared to national acceptance rates). The student:teacher ratio is 28:1.
Community Colleges in Arecibo Municipio (2025)
College
Location
Students
ICPR Junior College-Arecibo
Private for-profit
20 San Patricio
Arecibo, PR 00614
(787) 878-6000
Arecibo, PR 00614
(787) 878-6000
| 498 students
National University College-Arecibo
Private, for profit
Arecibo Centro Plz Ave Manuel Perez Aviles
Arecibo, PR 00612
(787) 879-5044
Arecibo, PR 00612
(787) 879-5044
| 1,460 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in Arecibo Municipio, PR?
There are 2 community colleges serving 1,958 students in Arecibo Municipio, PR.
What is community college acceptance rate in Arecibo Municipio, PR?
The average community college acceptance rate in Puerto Rico is 68% (compared to national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community college in Arecibo Municipio, PR?
Community colleges in Arecibo Municipio, PR have approximately 100% minority enrollment, with the majority being Hispanic.
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