Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico

If you are thinking about applying to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, the fee for the application costs $15.

Application fees can accumulate rapidly, but some schools do have free applications and students who are struggling to afford application fees may be eligible for an application fee waiver.

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico's admissions stats.

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	0%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	0%
Waitlist	No

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico.

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

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Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico does not offer early decision or early action.

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How To Get Into Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico

It is moderately difficult to get into Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico. Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico accepted 87% of all applicants, about 2,146 from the 2,477 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to engineering, pharmacy, medicine, and veterinary science pre-professional programs is program very difficult.

Transferring to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines 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 shine.

Admissions Factors at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico

What does Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico consider during the admissions process? Listed below are factors commonly taken into consideration during admissions decisions.

Admissions Factor	Level
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered

Make sure to check with Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico for more information on admission factors.

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico Application Requirements

To apply to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview			√
Letter(s) of Recommendation			1
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5		3

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico?

Students admitted to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

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

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 0% of Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 0% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

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More Information on Transferring to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico.

Transfer students can enroll in Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico.

Does Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico accept transfer credits?

✅ Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico?

✅ Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico's acceptance rate?

✅ Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico's acceptance rate is 87%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico?

❌ Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico?

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