University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras

University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras Overview

University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras is a public commonwealth school in the urban setting of San Juan, PR. University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras was founded in 1903 and the school enrolls around 14,932 students a year, which includes 11,657 undergrads. University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras ensures on-campus housing for up to 789 students. Most students live in off campus housing.

📆 Mark your calendar! The final application deadline for Fall 2023 is December 15.

There are many ways for students to get involved at University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras!

Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras's theater groups.

Interested in joining a fraternity or sorority? University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras has fraternities and sororities.

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

2022 University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	43%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.6
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	100%
In-State Tuition	$4,640
Out-of-State	$4,640

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Is University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. 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 idea of what University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras offers and if the college might be a good fit for you.

University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras Acceptance Rate 2022

It is very difficult to get into University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras. The acceptance rate at University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras is 43%. Last year, 5,950 students applied to University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras and 2,535 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras

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 84% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedrascome back the next year. 47% of University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras 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 Outlook University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

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

Tuition and Financial Aid at University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras

Tuition 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 Rio Piedras'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 asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras.

Based on this information, is University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras the school for you? Remember, the best school for one person may not be the right school for someone else! So ask yourself: Is University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras a good school for you?

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Where is University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras?

University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras is located in the city of San Juan, PR.

If you want to see University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Jesus T. Pinero Avenue to San Juan, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Luis Muñoz Marin International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras and San Juan are like without leaving home.

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