University of Puerto Rico-Carolina
Public university · Carolina, PR · 2,404 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
55%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
809–1057
ACT (middle 50%)
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Average net price
$12,472
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$19,478
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
40%
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 University of Puerto Rico-Carolina?
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina accepts about 55 of every 100 applicants (55%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 809 and 1057 on the SAT. A score at or above 1057 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 809, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says University of Puerto Rico-Carolina 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 University of Puerto Rico-Carolina's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Puerto Rico-Carolina cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $19,478 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $12,472 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 $7,986 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$7,986
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$7,986
- Total cost of attendance$19,478
- Average net price after grants$12,472
Popular majors
Psychology, Criminal Justice, Business, Engineering Technology, Communications Technology.
University of Puerto Rico-Carolina FAQ
- What is University of Puerto Rico-Carolina's acceptance rate?
- 55% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Puerto Rico-Carolina?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 809–1057. Aim for 1057 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is University of Puerto Rico-Carolina test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Puerto Rico-Carolina 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 University of Puerto Rico-Carolina's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Puerto Rico-Carolina cost?
- About $19,478 a year before aid; $12,472 on average after grants.
- What is University of Puerto Rico-Carolina's FAFSA school code?
- 030160. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Puerto Rico-Carolina receives your information.
- What is University of Puerto Rico-Carolina's graduation rate?
- 40% of students finish within six years.
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