Caribbean University

Caribbean University is a private, nonprofit school in an urban setting in Bayamón, PR. Caribbean University was founded in 1969 and now enrolls around 3,547 students a year, including 2,920 undergrads.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Caribbean University! Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Caribbean University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Caribbean University students can .

There are no fraternities or sororities at Caribbean University, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? Caribbean University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Caribbean University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Caribbean University on the Student Life page.

2021 Caribbean University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	57%
Average GPA	2.6
Tuition	$4,656

Is Caribbean University a Good School?

There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions difficulty and admitted student statistics can give you a sense of how selective a university is, but they don't say much about the quality of the education or the student experience. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a closer look at each of these factors to get a better idea of what Caribbean University offers and if it might be a good choice for you.

Caribbean University Acceptance Rate 2018

It is slightly difficult to get into Caribbean University. Caribbean University admitted 57% of all applicants in 2018. Last year, 1,020 students applied to Caribbean University and 581 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Caribbean University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Caribbean University, around 72% are still enrolled their sophomore year. Around 20% of students who started at Caribbean University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Caribbean University Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Caribbean University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. For each full-time student, Caribbean University spends about $1,807 a year.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Caribbean University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Caribbean University. Based on this information, how does Caribbean University sound? Remember, the best school for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is Caribbean University a good school for you?

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Where is Caribbean University Located?

Caribbean University is located in the urban setting of Bayamón, PR, less than an hour from San Juan.

If you want to see Caribbean University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take PR 52 to Bayamón, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Luis Munoz Marin International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Caribbean University and Bayamón are like without leaving home.

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