University of Puerto Rico-Carolina
School Highlights
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina serves 3,014 students (74% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the state average of 100%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 3,014 students
- In-state tuition: $3,026
- Out-state tuition: $6,058
- Acceptance Rate: 39%
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- 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 45% over five years.
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina
(PR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
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 21% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 27:1 over five years.
The University of Puerto Rico-Carolina diversity score of 0.15 is more than the state average of 0.02. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,014 students
653 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
2,231 students
534 students
# Part-Time Students
783 students
119 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
293 students
37 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,231 students
481 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
88 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
783 students
134 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
% Hispanic
92%
99%
% Black
2%
n/a
% Unknown races
6%
1%
Diversity Score
0.15
0.02
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
1.42%
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
$20,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,026 is less than the state average of $3,033. 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 $3,538. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,026
$3,033
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,058
$3,538
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$4,399
$5,064
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,500
$3,500
Acceptance Rate
39%
95%
SAT Reading
523
523
SAT Math
499
499
SAT Writing
n/a
51
ACT Composite
n/a
55
ACT English
n/a
61
ACT Math
n/a
49
ACT Writing
n/a
22
Source: 2020 (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 39%, which is lower than the state average of 95%. 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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