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Colleges / Caribbean University

Caribbean University

Bayamón, PR 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate57%
Acceptance Rate57%

Caribbean University Admissions

If you are applying to Caribbean University, the application fee is $30.

Caribbean University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Caribbean University's admissions stats.

Caribbean University 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 2.6
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are considered
Waitlist No

Caribbean University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Caribbean University.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No –– ––
Early Decision II –– –– ––
Early Action No –– ––

Want to Apply Early to Caribbean University?


Caribbean University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on Caribbean University Admissions


Is Caribbean University Difficult To Get Into?

Getting into Caribbean University is not difficult. Caribbean University has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2021, Caribbean University accepted 57% of students, about 581 from 1,020 applicants.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like Caribbean University, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.

Transferring to Caribbean University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Caribbean University

Caribbean University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Caribbean University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Caribbean University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Caribbean University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Alumni/ae Relations Important
Level of Applicant's Interest Important
First Generation Important
Talent/Ability Important
Academic GPA Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record Considered
Standardized Test Scores Considered

Make sure to check with Caribbean University for more information on admission factors.

Caribbean University Application Requirements

To apply to Caribbean University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Caribbean University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2
Interview
Letter(s) of Recommendation 1
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Caribbean University?

Students admitted to Caribbean University have an average unweighted GPA of 2.6.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Caribbean University looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Caribbean University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

What is a Good SAT Score for Caribbean University?

What is a Good ACT Score for Caribbean University?

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Caribbean University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Caribbean University.

Transfer students can enroll in Caribbean University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


Caribbean University Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Caribbean University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Caribbean University.

Does Caribbean University accept transfer credits?

✅ Caribbean University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Caribbean University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Caribbean University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Caribbean University?

✅ Caribbean University is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Caribbean University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Caribbean University is 57%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Caribbean University?

❌ Caribbean University does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About Caribbean University?

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Caribbean University Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Less Selective

57%

How hard is it to get into Caribbean University? Caribbean University is a less selective institution. The Caribbean University acceptance rate is 57%. This means that the institution accepts 56 out of every 100 applicants.

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Caribbean University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Not available

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Caribbean University is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Caribbean University ACT Scores

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ACT Range

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Caribbean University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Caribbean University GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

2.64

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Caribbean University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 2.64. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

636

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

57%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$5,496

Out-of-State

$5,496

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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