University of Puerto Rico Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is a public research university in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, serving roughly 9,539 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 56.52% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $48,992 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $5,274
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,936 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 56.52% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 9,539 90.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 49.10%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
- First-Generation Students: 17.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 19.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 94.6%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 10,184
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,382
- Room & Board: $11,385 annual estimate
University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez?
University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is located in Mayaguez, PR (ZIP 00681).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez public or private?
University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is a Public institution.
How much does University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez cost?
Published tuition: $5,274.
Average net price after aid: $17,936.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $17,939 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,931 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,929 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,457 |
| $110,001+ | $18,466 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $21,096.
How hard is it to get into University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez?
Admission rate: 56.52%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez?
Total enrollment: 9,539 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 10,184 students.
Graduate enrollment: 854 students.
About 91% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez?
150%-time completion rate: 49.10%.
First-year retention: 87.0%.
What do graduates of University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez earn?
Median earnings: $32,706 six years after entry; $48,992 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,250.
64.89% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Mechanical Engineering (183 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (132 completions)
- Animal Sciences, General (103 completions)
- Chemical Engineering (101 completions)
- Industrial Engineering (101 completions)
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering (94 completions)
- Microbiology, General (93 completions)
- Psychology, General (77 completions)
- Civil Engineering, General (72 completions)
- Computer Software Engineering (53 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 56.52%; completion rate 49.10%; median earnings $48,992 at 10 years; net price $17,936. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$5,274
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez was $5,274.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,936
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,936.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$71,744 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,936 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$21,096 4-Year Tuition
$11,385 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$4,168 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$20,827 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$83,308 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez.
Financial Aid by Income Level
64.89% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
8.52% 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-Mayaguez 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-Mayaguez 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 | $2,019 | $4,041 | $8,909 |
| 2014 | $2,019 | $4,041 | $8,957 |
| 2015 | $2,049 | $4,071 | $6,441 |
| 2016 | $2,083 | $4,105 | $7,497 |
| 2017 | $2,083 | $4,105 | $8,595 |
| 2018 | $4,094 | $6,049 | $8,584 |
| 2019 | $4,168 | $6,152 | $10,766 |
| 2020 | $4,168 | $6,162 | $10,975 |
| 2021 | $4,870 | $4,870 | $12,058 |
| 2022 | $5,274 | $5,274 | $10,658 |
| 2023 | $5,274 | $5,274 | $12,684 |
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
56.52% Acceptance Rate
4,382 Total Applicants
2,286 Students Admitted
1,865 First-Time Students Enrolled
81.58% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
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
University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez reported total enrollment of about 9,539 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 56% male and 44% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (94.0%), Race/ethnicity unknown (6.0%), and Non-Resident Alien (0.1%). About 64.89% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 17.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
90.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez in 2024 is 9,539 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 10,184 students. Graduate enrollment is about 854 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
87.0%
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 94.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
6.64% 100% Completion Time
49.10% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 6.64% of students graduating from University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Mechanical Engineering: 79% male / 21% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 44% male / 56% female
- Animal Sciences, General: 26% male / 74% 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-Mayaguez.
Return on Investment
$8,250 Median Student Debt
$48,992 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
16.84% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
582.87% Return on Investment
1.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 66 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Mechanical Engineering: 183 completions
2. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 132 completions
3. Animal Sciences, General: 103 completions
4. Chemical Engineering: 101 completions
5. Industrial Engineering: 101 completions
6. Electrical and Electronics Engineering: 94 completions
7. Microbiology, General: 93 completions
8. Psychology, General: 77 completions
9. Civil Engineering, General: 72 completions
Most popular programs at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 94.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,407
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,147
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-Mayaguez is a public institution located in Mayaguez, PR, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Mechanical Engineering, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Animal Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 9,539 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (94.0%), Race/ethnicity unknown (6.0%), Non-Resident Alien (0.1%). The admission rate is 56.52%. The 150%-time completion rate is 49.10%. Approximately 64.89% of students receive Pell Grants. About 17.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
Location
Mayaguez, PR 00681
Region: Outlying Areas
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 66 distinct degree programs, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez located?
University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is located in Mayaguez, PR.
What is University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is 56.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,382 applicants and 2,286 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez cost?
Reported tuition is $5,274 and average net price is $17,936 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,385 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez?
University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez reports undergraduate enrollment of about 10,184 students, Hispanic or Latino (94.0%), Race/ethnicity unknown (6.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez?
About 17.0% of students at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez earn?
Median earnings are $32,706 six years after entry and $48,992 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez?
The 150%-time completion rate is 49.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,250.
Is University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez public or private?
University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is a public institution located in Mayaguez, PR.
Is University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez an HBCU?
No. University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez a tribal college?
No. University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez reports 94.0% Hispanic enrollment share.
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
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- Outlying Areas regional profile
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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.