Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce
Faith-based college · Ponce, PR · 3,874 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
98%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1195–1360
ACT (middle 50%)
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Average net price
$10,578
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$18,987
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
43%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce?
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce accepts about 98 of every 100 applicants (98%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1195 and 1360 on the SAT. A score at or above 1360 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1195, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $18,987 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $10,578 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $6,770 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$6,770
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$6,770
- Room & board$6,894
- Total cost of attendance$18,987
- Average net price after grants$10,578
Popular majors
Biology, Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Visual & Performing Arts, Liberal Arts & General Studies.
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce FAQ
- What is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's acceptance rate?
- 98% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1195–1360. Aim for 1360 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce cost?
- About $18,987 a year before aid; $10,578 on average after grants.
- What is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's FAFSA school code?
- 003936. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce receives your information.
- What is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's graduation rate?
- 43% of students finish within six years.
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