School Highlights
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina serves 2,580 students (76% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower 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 (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 2,580 students
- In-state tuition: $3,026
- Out-state tuition: $6,058
- Acceptance Rate: 43%
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
Community Size
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 305 teachers has grown by 117% over five years.
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina
(PR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
305 staff
70 staff
Student Body
The student population of University of Puerto Rico-Carolina has declined by 31% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The University of Puerto Rico-Carolina diversity score of 0.02 is less than the state average of 0.08. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,580 students
488 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
1,962 students
371 students
# Part-Time Students
618 students
117 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
206 students
341 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,962 students
370 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
59 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
618 students
138 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
33 students
% Hispanic
98%
96%
% Black
1%
2%
% White
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.02
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)
6.47%
1.63%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,400
$20,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,026 is more than the state average of $2,169. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,058 is more than the state average of $2,801. The out-state tuition has grown by 91% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,026
$2,169
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,058
$2,801
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$4,399
$5,064
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,500
$3,500
Acceptance Rate
43%
84%
SAT Reading
507
32
SAT Math
474
32
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does University of Puerto Rico-Carolina cost?
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina's tuition is approximately $3,026 for In-State students and $6,058 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of University of Puerto Rico-Carolina?
The acceptance rate of University of Puerto Rico-Carolina is 43%, which is lower than the state average of 84%. University of Puerto Rico-Carolina's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Puerto Rico with low acceptance rates.
What is University of Puerto Rico-Carolina's ranking?
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina ranks among the top 20% of community college in Puerto Rico for: Lowest acceptance rates, Average community college minority breakdown, Largest student body and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
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