University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez vs University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras vs NUC University
This page compares University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras, and NUC University — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in Puerto Rico. NUC University has the largest enrollment (28,918). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez ($48,992). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez | University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras | NUC University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Private for-profit |
| In-state tuition | $5,274 | $5,354 | $12,698 |
| Average net price | $17,936 | $9,175 | $8,920 |
| Median student debt | $8,250 | $5,500 | $9,500 |
| Enrollment | 9,539 | 8,572 | 28,918 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 49.1% | 50.3% | 54.4% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $32,706 | $22,417 | $24,259 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $48,992 | $35,723 | $24,785 |
| Admission rate | 56.5% | 54.6% | N/A |