University of Puerto Rico at Cayey Acceptance Rate &
University of Puerto Rico at Cayey is a public four-year university in Cayey, Puerto Rico, enrolling about 2,069 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 53.00% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $30,958 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $5,354
- 2024 Average Net Price: $10,176 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 53.00% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,069 91.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 49.83%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
- First-Generation Students: 19.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 36.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 89.5%
- Average SAT Score: 955
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,161
- Applicants (IPEDS): 722
- Room & Board: $11,613 annual estimate
University of Puerto Rico at Cayey: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Puerto Rico at Cayey, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Puerto Rico at Cayey?
University of Puerto Rico at Cayey is located in Cayey, PR (ZIP 00737-2230).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is University of Puerto Rico at Cayey public or private?
University of Puerto Rico at Cayey is a Public institution.
How much does University of Puerto Rico at Cayey cost?
Published tuition: $5,354.
Average net price after aid: $10,176.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $9,495 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $9,682 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $11,897 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $12,913 |
| $110,001+ | $13,433 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $21,416.
How hard is it to get into University of Puerto Rico at Cayey?
Admission rate: 53.00%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 955.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Puerto Rico at Cayey?
Total enrollment: 2,069 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,161 students.
About 91% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Puerto Rico at Cayey?
150%-time completion rate: 49.83%.
First-year retention: 75.9%.
What do graduates of University of Puerto Rico at Cayey earn?
Median earnings: $21,819 six years after entry; $30,958 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $5,000.
75.88% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Puerto Rico at Cayey known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (84 completions)
- Natural Sciences (62 completions)
- Psychology, Other (42 completions)
- Accounting (41 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (34 completions)
- Psychology, General (22 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (9 completions)
- Chemistry, General (9 completions)
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching (8 completions)
- 01.3133 (6 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Puerto Rico at Cayey a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 53.00%; completion rate 49.83%; median earnings $30,958 at 10 years; net price $10,176. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$5,354
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Puerto Rico at Cayey was $5,354.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$10,176
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Puerto Rico at Cayey had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $10,176.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$40,704 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$10,176 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$21,416 4-Year Tuition
$11,613 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$4,168 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$21,135 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$84,540 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Puerto Rico at Cayey.
Financial Aid by Income Level
75.88% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.36% 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 University of Puerto Rico at Cayey 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 University of Puerto Rico at Cayey 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 | $2,212 | $4,908 | $6,781 |
| 2014 | $2,212 | $4,233 | $5,570 |
| 2015 | $2,049 | $4,070 | $7,105 |
| 2016 | $2,083 | $4,104 | $5,652 |
| 2017 | $2,083 | $4,138 | $6,203 |
| 2018 | $4,089 | $6,044 | $6,455 |
| 2019 | $4,208 | $6,192 | $8,261 |
| 2020 | $4,208 | $6,192 | $6,043 |
| 2021 | $4,790 | $4,790 | $9,584 |
| 2022 | $5,354 | $5,354 | $6,726 |
| 2023 | $5,354 | $5,354 | $9,148 |
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
53.00% Acceptance Rate
722 Total Applicants
692 Students Admitted
566 First-Time Students Enrolled
81.79% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 955
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Puerto Rico at Cayey reported total enrollment of about 2,069 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 32% male and 68% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (100.0%), White (0.0%), and Black or African American (0.0%). About 75.88% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 19.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
91.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Puerto Rico at Cayey in 2024 is 2,069 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,161 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
75.9%
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
8.64% 100% Completion Time
49.83% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 8.64% of students graduating from University of Puerto Rico at Cayey completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 35% male / 65% female
- Natural Sciences: 32% male / 68% female
- Psychology, Other: 24% male / 76% 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 University of Puerto Rico at Cayey.
Return on Investment
$5,000 Median Student Debt
$30,958 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
16.15% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
660.56% Return on Investment
1.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Puerto Rico at Cayey.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 23 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 84 completions
2. Natural Sciences: 62 completions
3. Psychology, Other: 42 completions
4. Accounting: 41 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 34 completions
6. Psychology, General: 22 completions
7. Special Education and Teaching, General: 9 completions
8. Chemistry, General: 9 completions
9. Physical Education Teaching and Coaching: 8 completions
Most popular programs at University of Puerto Rico at Cayey.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Puerto Rico at Cayey graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Puerto Rico at Cayey from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 89.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,701
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,620
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Puerto Rico at Cayey is a public institution located in Cayey, PR, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Natural Sciences, Psychology, Other. Enrollment is approximately 2,069 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (100.0%), White (0.0%), Black or African American (0.0%). The admission rate is 53.00%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 955. The 150%-time completion rate is 49.83%. Approximately 75.88% of students receive Pell Grants. About 19.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Location
Cayey, PR 00737-2230
Region: Outlying Areas
Insights and Analysis
University of Puerto Rico at Cayey provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Puerto Rico at Cayey located?
University of Puerto Rico at Cayey is located in Cayey, PR.
What is University of Puerto Rico at Cayey's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Puerto Rico at Cayey is 53.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 722 applicants and 692 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Puerto Rico at Cayey cost?
Reported tuition is $5,354 and average net price is $10,176 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,613 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Puerto Rico at Cayey?
University of Puerto Rico at Cayey reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,161 students, Hispanic or Latino (100.0%), White (0.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Puerto Rico at Cayey?
About 19.1% of students at University of Puerto Rico at Cayey are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Puerto Rico at Cayey?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Puerto Rico at Cayey reports midpoint SAT about 955.
What do graduates of University of Puerto Rico at Cayey earn?
Median earnings are $21,819 six years after entry and $30,958 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Puerto Rico at Cayey?
The 150%-time completion rate is 49.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Puerto Rico at Cayey students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $5,000.
Is University of Puerto Rico at Cayey public or private?
University of Puerto Rico at Cayey is a public institution located in Cayey, PR.
Is University of Puerto Rico at Cayey an HBCU?
No. University of Puerto Rico at Cayey is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Puerto Rico at Cayey a tribal college?
No. University of Puerto Rico at Cayey is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
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.