Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico is moderately difficult to get into. Around 87% of applicants get into Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico each year. Out of 2,477 applications received in 2023, 2,146 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, the application fee costs $15.

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 Application Deadlines

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

Considering Applying Early to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico?

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

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Transferring to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider 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 apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico

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

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.

GPA and Testing

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 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.

In 2011, 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.

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

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico Admissions FAQs

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.

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

✅ Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico is not test optional.

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.

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