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Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR), Aguadilla : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Inter American University of Puerto Rico

Set on the island's northwest coast, you'll find an Aguadilla campus that blends sea-breeze calm with a get-it-done mindset. Classes lean bilingual, and it's known for strengths in applied sciences, technology, business, health, and education. Labs, a well-used library, tech-ready classrooms, and project spaces support hands-on learning, and advising, tutoring, counseling, plus accessibility services help students stay on track.

Student life runs lively but close-knit, with cultural festivals, service projects, and plenty of clubs. And beaches and coastal trails make weekend plans easy, while recreation offers intramurals and outdoor courts. Career services focus on real prep, linking students with internships in schools, clinics, small firms, and employers near the airport. You get a bilingual, community-first culture and traditions that mix Puerto Rican music and food with academic showcases.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
Carr. 459 Int. 463, Barrio Corrales Sector Calero, Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, 00603, USA
Unit ID
242626

Academic & Institutional

Control
Private non-profit institution (tuition + donations)
Accreditation
MSCHE
Length of Study
Programs under 2 years (e.g. certificate or diploma)
Calendar System
Semester system (two main terms per year)
Award Levels
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Campus Setting
Located in a midsize suburb (outside principal city, 100,000–249,999 population)
Carnegie Classification
Master's - Small programs
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$5,542
Tuition $4,848 + Fee $694
Out-of-State
$5,542
Tuition $4,848 + Fee $694
Student Profile
Total Students 3,295
Undergraduate 3,002
Graduate/Other 293
Male: 1,313 Female: 1,982
Applications
Total Applicants 1,474
Admitted 689
Enrolled 679
Acceptance: 46.7% Yield: 98.5%
Staff
Total Staff 332
Full-time 221
Part-time 111
Full-time: 66.6% Part-time: 33.4%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR), Aguadilla offers 57 degree programs across 17 major academic fields, graduating approximately 737 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Health (9 programs, 154 graduates), Personal Services (6 programs, 141 graduates), Business (11 programs, 104 graduates), Biological Sciences (6 programs, 74 graduates) and Security & Safety (6 programs, 69 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Health (9 programs, 154 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Registered Nursing 42
Bachelor's
51.3801
Radiologic Technology 30
Bachelor's
51.0911
Licensed Practical Nursing 29
Associate's
51.3901
Pharmacy Technician 24
Associate's
51.0805
Medical Radiologic Technology 15
Associate's
51.0907
Speech-Language Pathology 9
Bachelor's
51.0203
Health Services Administration 3
Master's
51.2211
Cardiopulmonary Technology 1
Associate's
51.0915
Perioperative Nursing 1
Master's
51.3812
Personal Services (6 programs, 141 graduates)
Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Aesthetician and Skin Care Specialist 57
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
12.0409
Culinary Arts and Chef Training 24
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
12.0503
Cosmetology and Barber Styling Instructor 21
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
12.0413
Baking and Pastry Arts 19
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
12.0501
Nail Technology and Manicuring 11
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
12.0410
Barbering 9
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
12.0402
Business (11 programs, 104 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Accounting 26
Associate's
Bachelor's
Master's
52.0301
Human Resources Management 21
Bachelor's
Master's
52.1001
Entrepreneurship Studies 12
Bachelor's
52.0701
Office Management and Supervision 10
Associate's
Bachelor's
52.0204
Organizational Leadership 8
Master's
52.0213
Hotel and Motel Management 8
Bachelor's
52.0904
Marketing Management 6
Bachelor's
Master's
52.1401
Business Administration and Management 5
Associate's
Bachelor's
52.0201
Finance, General 4
Master's
52.0801
Business Administration and Management 2
Master's
52.0299
Management Information Systems 2
Master's
52.1201
Biological Sciences (6 programs, 74 graduates)
Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Biomedical Research
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Biology and Biological Sciences 46
Bachelor's
26.0101
Microbiology 14
Bachelor's
26.0502
Molecular Biology 8
Master's
26.0204
Biotechnology 3
Bachelor's
26.1201
Toxicology 2
Bachelor's
26.1004
Environmental Biology 1
Master's
26.1305
Security & Safety (6 programs, 69 graduates)
Emergency Management, Law Enforcement and Public Safety
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Criminal Justice and Safety Studies 36
Bachelor's
43.0104
Criminalistics and Criminal Science 13
Bachelor's
43.0402
Forensic Science and Technology 11
Bachelor's
43.0406
Criminal Justice and Corrections 4
Associate's
43.0100
Criminal Justice, Other 4
Master's
43.0199
Criminal Justice and Police Science 1
Associate's
43.0107
Computer & IT (2 programs, 43 graduates)
Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Computer Science 37
Associate's
Bachelor's
11.0701
Information Technology 6
Bachelor's
11.0103
Psychology (2 programs, 37 graduates)
Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
General Psychology 19
Bachelor's
42.0101
Counseling Psychology 18
Master's
42.2803
Arts (1 programs, 28 graduates)
Fine Arts, Design Studies and Creative Performance
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Graphic Design 28
Bachelor's
50.0409
Public Services (1 programs, 27 graduates)
Public Administration, Social Work and Community Services
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Social Work 27
Bachelor's
44.0701
Education (6 programs, 16 graduates)
Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Bilingual and Multilingual Education 9
Master's
13.0201
Elementary Education 2
Bachelor's
13.1202
Kindergarten and Preschool Education 2
Bachelor's
13.1209
Educational Leadership and Administration 1
Master's
13.0401
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 1
Bachelor's
13.1314
Spanish Language Teacher Education 1
Bachelor's
13.1330

Admission Requirements & Test Scores

Comprehensive overview of admission criteria, standardized test score ranges, and application requirements for prospective students at Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR), Aguadilla.

Application Requirements

Secondary School GPA
Required
Secondary School Rank
Neither required nor recommended
Secondary School Record
Required
College Preparatory Program
Neither required nor recommended
Recommendations
Neither required nor recommended
Formal Demonstration of Competencies
Neither required nor recommended
Admission Test Scores (SAT/ACT)
Neither required nor recommended
English Proficiency Test (TOEFL)
Neither required nor recommended
Personal Statement or Essay
Neither required nor recommended

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Test score ranges represent the middle 50% of admitted students (25th-75th percentile). Requirements may vary by program.

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$8,002
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$8,002
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$5,542
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$5,542
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$8,498 (off-campus)
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$2,460
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$7,433 (off-campus)
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$7,433
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$4,791
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$4,791
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

20%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$6,633
Avg. Loan
$2,722
Avg. Federal Loan
$2,722
Additional
Students with Any Grant
587
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
4
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
563
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$611
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

39%
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
75%
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$12,949 – $42,682
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$12,949 (25th %) $42,682 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $24,776
Median Salary After 6 Years
$23,322
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$24,776
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
N/A
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
N/A
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$6,250
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Repayment by Dependency

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR), Aguadilla

How much does it cost to attend Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR), Aguadilla?

The annual tuition at Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR), Aguadilla is $5,542 for in-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $8,002 for in-state students. Additional costs include room and board $8,498 (off-campus) and books and supplies $2,460.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.

What academic programs and degree levels does Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Aguadilla offer?

Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR), Aguadilla offers 57 academic programs across 17 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Associate's, Bachelor's, Postbac Cert., Master's.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (9 programs)
  • Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care (6 programs)
  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (11 programs)
  • Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Biomedical Research (6 programs)
  • Emergency Management, Law Enforcement and Public Safety (6 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What is the acceptance rate for Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Aguadilla?

Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR), Aguadilla has an 46.7% acceptance rate and a 98.5% yield rate, making it highly selective.

Admission statistics breakdown:

  • Total applicants: 1,474
  • Students admitted: 689
  • Students enrolled: 679

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Admission statistics may vary by program and application cycle.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Aguadilla?

Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR), Aguadilla provides financial aid to 20% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $6,633 and average loans of $2,722.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $6,274
  • State/Local grants: $597
  • Institutional grants: $611
  • Federal loans: $2,722

The university supports 587 students with grants and 4 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Aguadilla graduates?

Inter American University of Puerto Rico (UIPR), Aguadilla graduates earn a median salary of $23,322 after 6 years and $24,776 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $12,949 (25th percentile) to $42,682 (75th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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