University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo

University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo Overview

University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo is a public commonwealth school in the urban setting of Arecibo, PR. University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo was founded in 1967 and the school enrolls around 3,414 students a year, including 3,414 undergrads.

Student Activities at University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo

Are you interested in music or performing? Join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of the school's theater groups.

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

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

2022 University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	50%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	Info Not Available
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
In-State Tuition	$4,640
Out-of-State	$4,640

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Is University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" varies. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can give you a sense of how selective a university is.

Let's take a closer look at these factors to get a clearer idea of what University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo offers and if the college could be a good fit for you.

University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo Acceptance Rate 2022

It is very difficult to get into University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo. The acceptance rate at University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo is 50%. Out of 1,868 applications received in 2022, 933 students were offered admission.

Retention and Graduation Rates at University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo

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

Approximately 80% of students who start at University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo come back for their second year of college. University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo's six-year graduation rate for undergrads is 46%. 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 University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo Grads

Job placement stats are a good resource for understanding the value of a degree from University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo by providing a look on how job placement has gone for other grads.

Check with University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo

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 University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

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

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. 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 University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo.

Based on this information, does University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo seem like a good fit? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo a good school for you?

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Where is University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo?

University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo is located in the urban setting of Arecibo, PR, in the suburbs of San Juan.

If you would like to see University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Road #2 to Arecibo, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Luis Munoz Marin International.

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