Caribbean University

Caribbean University Overview

Caribbean University is a private, nonprofit school in the urban setting of Bayamón, PR. Caribbean University was founded in 1969 and the school enrolls around 636 students per year, which includes 636 undergraduates.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Caribbean University!

Interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Caribbean University's theater groups.

Caribbean University does not have any greek life opportunties.

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.

2022 Caribbean University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	57%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	2.6
Tuition	$4,656

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Is Caribbean University a Good School?

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Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a clearer view of what Caribbean University offers and if it seems like a good fit for you.

2022 Acceptance Rate for Caribbean University

Caribbean University is not difficult to get into. The university admitted 57% of all applicants in 2021. Last year, 1,020 students applied to Caribbean University and 581 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Caribbean University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It gauges how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 72% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Caribbean Universitycome back their sophomore year. 20% of Caribbean University undergrads graduate within six years. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outcomes for Caribbean University Grads

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

Check with Caribbean University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

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 more information about Caribbean University's endowment, check with the school directly. The school spends $1,807 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Caribbean University

Tuition 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.

For information on Caribbean University's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out 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, is Caribbean University the school for you? Remember, a school that is perfect 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?

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

If you are interested in seeing 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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