Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico Ponce
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico Ponce
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico Ponce is a small private university located on an urban campus in Ponce, Puerto Rico. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,963, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 90%. The university offers 66 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 48%, and a student-faculty ratio of 22:1. Tuition and fees for students are $5,520.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1123-1336
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
6k
Students enrolled
35%
Online student enrollment
22:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
0%
Unknown
3%
Black
0%
Hispanic
96%
Two or more races
%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
90% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
1
Total Online Enrollment
1,951
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.35% online, 65% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
99% On-campus
1% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's2% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $5,520 | $5,520 |
| Graduate | $5,940 | $5,940 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $3,512 |
| On-campus room and board | $6,663 |
| On-campus other expenses | $6,285 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $8,038 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $6,661 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $9,357 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $21,980 | $21,980 |
| Off-campus without family | $23,731 | $23,731 |
| Off-campus with family | $18,389 | $18,389 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
90%
State Grant Aid
14%
Institution Grant Aid
39%
Pell Grant
90%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$16k
Average student debtafter graduation
$18k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Weight Lifting
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 12 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 13 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 14 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 15 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Psychology. | |||
| 17 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 18 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 20 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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