Atlantic University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Atlantic University is a private research university in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, enrolling about 1,451 students. Atlantic University awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $8,280 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $25,272 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,280
- 2024 Average Net Price: $6,425 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,451 78.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 39.41%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 15.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 17.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 2.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 98.2%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,574
- Room & Board: $6,075 annual estimate
Atlantic University: what the data shows
Common questions about Atlantic University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Atlantic University?
Atlantic University is located in Guaynabo, PR (ZIP 00970).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Atlantic University public or private?
Atlantic University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Atlantic University cost?
Published tuition: $8,280.
Average net price after aid: $6,425.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $5,705 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $6,558 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,858 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $9,440 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $33,120.
How big is Atlantic University?
Total enrollment: 1,451 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,574 students.
Graduate enrollment: 89 students.
About 78% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Atlantic University?
150%-time completion rate: 39.41%.
First-year retention: 81.8%.
What do graduates of Atlantic University earn?
Median earnings: $19,079 six years after entry; $25,272 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $5,457.
84.51% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Atlantic University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Computer Graphics (157 completions)
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design (50 completions)
- Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects (33 completions)
- Cinematography and Film/Video Production (33 completions)
- Graphic Design (26 completions)
- Information Science/Studies (8 completions)
- Photography (4 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Atlantic University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 39.41%; median earnings $25,272 at 10 years; net price $6,425. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,280
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Atlantic University was $8,280.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$6,425
2024 Value
In 2024 Atlantic University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,425.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$25,700 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$6,425 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$33,120 4-Year Tuition
$6,075 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$900 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$15,255 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$61,020 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Atlantic University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
84.51% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
6.33% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Atlantic University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Atlantic University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,395 | $7,395 | $3,029 |
| 2014 | $7,395 | $7,395 | $5,265 |
| 2015 | $7,425 | $7,425 | $4,560 |
| 2016 | $7,425 | $7,425 | $4,522 |
| 2017 | $7,425 | $7,425 | $4,266 |
| 2018 | $7,425 | $7,425 | $4,199 |
| 2019 | $7,500 | $7,500 | $4,122 |
| 2020 | $7,500 | $7,500 | $3,706 |
| 2021 | $6,915 | $6,915 | $2,855 |
| 2022 | $7,060 | $7,060 | $6,133 |
| 2023 | $8,280 | $8,280 | $6,305 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Atlantic University reported total enrollment of about 1,451 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 59% male and 41% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (100.0%), White (0.0%), and Black or African American (0.0%). About 84.51% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 15.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
78.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Atlantic University in 2024 is 1,451 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,574 students. Graduate enrollment is about 89 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
81.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 100.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
22.31% 100% Completion Time
39.41% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 22.31% of students graduating from Atlantic University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Computer Graphics: 50% male / 50% female
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design: 76% male / 24% female
- Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects: 97% male / 3% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Atlantic University.
Return on Investment
$5,457 Median Student Debt
$25,272 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
21.59% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
883.35% Return on Investment
2.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Atlantic University.
Top Programs by Completions
7 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 8 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Computer Graphics: 157 completions
2. Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design: 50 completions
3. Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects: 33 completions
4. Cinematography and Film/Video Production: 33 completions
5. Graphic Design: 26 completions
6. Information Science/Studies: 8 completions
7. Photography: 4 completions
Most popular programs at Atlantic University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Atlantic University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Atlantic University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 98.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $2,891
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $2,467
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Atlantic University is a private non-profit institution located in Guaynabo, PR, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Computer Graphics, Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects. Enrollment is approximately 1,451 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (100.0%), White (0.0%), Black or African American (0.0%). The 150%-time completion rate is 39.41%. Approximately 84.51% of students receive Pell Grants. About 15.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Guaynabo, PR 00970
Region: Outlying Areas
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 39.41% graduation rate at Atlantic University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Atlantic University located?
Atlantic University is located in Guaynabo, PR.
How much does Atlantic University cost?
Reported tuition is $8,280 and average net price is $6,425 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $6,075 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Atlantic University?
Atlantic University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,574 students, Hispanic or Latino (100.0%), White (0.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Atlantic University?
About 15.3% of students at Atlantic University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Atlantic University earn?
Median earnings are $19,079 six years after entry and $25,272 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Atlantic University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 39.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Atlantic University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $5,457.
Is Atlantic University public or private?
Atlantic University is a private nonprofit institution located in Guaynabo, PR.
Is Atlantic University an HBCU?
No. Atlantic University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Atlantic University a tribal college?
No. Atlantic University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Atlantic University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Atlantic University reports 100.0% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Atlantic University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Atlantic University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Puerto Rico college costs
- Puerto Rico colleges by ROI
- Outlying Areas regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Puerto Rico
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.