Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
90.33%
SAT Average
1,285
ACT Range
Not available
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 90.33%. This means approximately 903 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,827 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
90.33%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $6,340 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $6,340 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $17,106 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $10,082 | State avg: $7,276. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 81.37% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 31.63% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$6,340
Room and board
$6,663
Books and supplies
$3,512
Other expenses
$6,285
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$17,106
Average net price
$10,082
Average aid coverage
41%
$7,024 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce pays approximately $10,082 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Puerto Rico average of $7,276 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Puerto Rico and national averages.
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce net price
$10,082
Puerto Rico average
$7,276
National average
$17,506
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $6,340 and average net price at $10,082. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$6,340
Current net price
$10,082
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
47.94%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$24,908
Undergraduates
3,827
10-Year Median Earnings - Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce graduates earn about 0.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce?
Undergraduates
3,827
Completion rate
47.94%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
81.37%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
31.63%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 81.37% of Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 31.63% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is listed at 2250 Boulevard Luis A. Ferre Aguayo Suite 608, Ponce, PR 00717-9997. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce | 90.33% | $6,340 | $10,082 | $24,908 |
| University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez | 52.17% | $5,274 | $12,684 | $48,992 |
| Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico | Not available | $9,810 | $16,338 | $47,540 |
| University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences | Not available | Not available | Not available | $45,953 |
| Albizu University-San Juan | 100.00% | $7,797 | $10,933 | $41,544 |
Similar Schools in Ponce
This local cluster focuses on nearby Ponce schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Ponce.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's acceptance rate?
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 90.33%.
How much is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce tuition?
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $6,340.
What is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's average net price?
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's average net price in the local dataset is $10,082.
What does Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $9,321 for Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $24,908 for Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce.
Is Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce accredited?
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce?
The local dataset lists 3,827 undergraduate students at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce.
What percentage of Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce in the local dataset is 81.37%.
What is the federal loan rate at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce?
The federal loan rate for Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce in the local dataset is 31.63%.
Where should I verify Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce or the latest official federal education data.