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Universidad Ana G. Mendez (UAGM Carolina), Carolina Campus : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Universidad Ana G. Mendez

Set in Carolina, close to beaches and the pulse of metro San Juan, the campus blends Caribbean warmth with focused academics. It's known for strengths in health, business, technology, and the arts, supported by labs and studios that keep learning hands on. Students lean on a busy library, tech ready classrooms, tutoring and advising, counseling, and a career center tuned to the local market. The university has a reputation for practical, career focused learning.

Student life feels communal and bilingual, with clubs, cultural showcases, service projects, and intramural play. The vibe is welcoming, a mix of commuters, working adults, and recent grads. Career prep shows up through internships, practicums, and employer meetups tied to tourism, health, government, and media. Living in Carolina means easy access to beaches, startups, and festivals. Campus traditions often spotlight Puerto Rican music and food, and that spirit tends to stick with you.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
Carr. # 190 Esq. Calle 220 Bo. Sabana Abajo, Carolina, Puerto Rico, 00985, USA
Website
uagm.edu
Unit ID
243346

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
Other Award
Campus Setting
Located in a large suburb (outside principal city, 250,000+ population)
Carnegie Classification
Master's - Large programs
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$6,920
Tuition $4,920 + Fee $2,000
Out-of-State
$6,920
Tuition $4,920 + Fee $2,000
Student Profile
Total Students 5,223
Undergraduate 4,383
Graduate/Other 840
Male: 1,979 Female: 3,244
Applications
Total Applicants N/A
Admitted N/A
Enrolled N/A
Staff
Total Staff 607
Full-time 364
Part-time 243
Full-time: 60% Part-time: 40%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Universidad Ana G. Mendez (UAGM Carolina), Carolina Campus offers 54 degree programs across 14 major academic fields, graduating approximately 977 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Health (12 programs, 298 graduates), Business (12 programs, 203 graduates), Security & Safety (4 programs, 108 graduates), Personal Services (4 programs, 97 graduates) and Computer & IT (4 programs, 84 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Health (12 programs, 298 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Clinical Social Work 70
Master's
51.1503
Registered Nursing 65
Associate's
Bachelor's
51.3801
Health Administration and Management 37
Master's
51.0701
Diagnostic Medical Sonography 31
Associate's
Bachelor's
51.0910
Pharmacy Technician 29
Associate's
51.0805
Radiologic Technology 28
Associate's
51.0911
Medical Radiologic Technology 19
Bachelor's
51.0907
Clinical Laboratory Science and Medical Technology 6
Postbac Cert.
51.1005
Public Health 6
Bachelor's
51.2201
Medical Administrative Assistant 4
Other Award
51.0716
Health and Medical Administration 2
Master's
51.0799
Athletic Training 1
Bachelor's
51.0913
Business (12 programs, 203 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Business Administration and Management 68
Bachelor's
Master's
52.0201
Accounting 32
Bachelor's
Master's
52.0301
Project Management 19
Master's
52.0211
Business and Office Technology 17
Associate's
Bachelor's
52.0407
Hotel and Motel Management 16
Associate's
Bachelor's
52.0904
Marketing Management 15
Bachelor's
52.1401
Administrative Assistant Science 10
Bachelor's
52.0401
Human Resources Management 10
Master's
52.1001
Hospitality Management 9
Master's
52.0901
Meeting and Event Planning 4
Bachelor's
52.0907
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations 2
Other Award
52.0799
Logistics and Supply Chain Management 1
Bachelor's
52.0203
Security & Safety (4 programs, 108 graduates)
Emergency Management, Law Enforcement and Public Safety
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Criminal Justice Administration 70
Bachelor's
Master's
43.0103
Cybersecurity Defense Strategy 21
Other Award
43.0404
Criminal Justice and Police Science 11
Bachelor's
43.0107
Criminal Justice and Safety Studies 6
Associate's
43.0104
Personal Services (4 programs, 97 graduates)
Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Culinary Arts and Chef Training 41
Associate's
12.0503
Restaurant and Culinary Management 38
Bachelor's
12.0504
Baking and Pastry Arts 9
Associate's
12.0501
Bartending 9
Other Award
12.0502
Computer & IT (4 programs, 84 graduates)
Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Computer Graphics 69
Other Award
11.0803
Computer and Information Sciences 13
Bachelor's
11.0101
Network and System Administration 1
Bachelor's
11.1001
Information Systems Security and Auditing 1
Master's
11.1003
Public Services (2 programs, 48 graduates)
Public Administration, Social Work and Community Services
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Social Work 44
Bachelor's
44.0701
Public Administration 4
Master's
44.0401
Biological Sciences (4 programs, 46 graduates)
Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Biomedical Research
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Biomedical Sciences 22
Master's
26.0102
Biology and Biological Sciences 9
Bachelor's
26.0101
Biotechnology 9
Bachelor's
26.1201
Microbiology 6
Bachelor's
26.0502
Education (4 programs, 29 graduates)
Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Teacher Assistant and Aide 14
Other Award
13.1501
Special Education Teaching 6
Bachelor's
Master's
13.1001
Early Childhood Education 6
Bachelor's
13.1210
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 3
Bachelor's
13.1314
Psychology (2 programs, 27 graduates)
Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
General Psychology 26
Bachelor's
42.0101
School Psychology 1
Master's
42.2805
Mechanics (2 programs, 16 graduates)
Automotive Technology, Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Avionics Maintenance Technology 9
Associate's
47.0609
Computer Installation and Repair Technology 7
Other Award
47.0104

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

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

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$8,920
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$8,920
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$6,920
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$6,920
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$8,000 (off-campus)
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$4,800 (off-campus)
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$4,800
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$4,652
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$4,652
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

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

17%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$6,268
Avg. Loan
$3,810
Avg. Federal Loan
$3,810
Additional
Students with Any Grant
806
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
119
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
806
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$2,502
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.

36%
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
70%
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$12,674 – $38,614
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$12,674 (25th %) $38,614 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $24,328
Median Salary After 6 Years
$21,125
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$24,328
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
38.2%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
52.1%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$14,500
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 36.4%
Middle 45.1%
High 50.0%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 38.8%
Independent 37.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Universidad Ana G. Mendez (UAGM Carolina), Carolina Campus

How much does it cost to attend Universidad Ana G. Mendez (UAGM Carolina), Carolina Campus?

The annual tuition at Universidad Ana G. Mendez (UAGM Carolina), Carolina Campus is $6,920 for in-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $8,920 for in-state students. Additional costs include room and board $8,000 (off-campus) and books and supplies $2,000.

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 Universidad Ana G. Mendez, Carolina Campus offer?

Universidad Ana G. Mendez (UAGM Carolina), Carolina Campus offers 54 academic programs across 14 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Associate's, Bachelor's, Postbac Cert., Master's, Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (12 programs)
  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (12 programs)
  • Emergency Management, Law Enforcement and Public Safety (4 programs)
  • Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care (4 programs)
  • Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity (4 programs)

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

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Universidad Ana G. Mendez, Carolina Campus?

Universidad Ana G. Mendez (UAGM Carolina), Carolina Campus provides financial aid to 17% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $6,268 and average loans of $3,810.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $5,791
  • State/Local grants: $306
  • Institutional grants: $2,502
  • Federal loans: $3,810

The university supports 806 students with grants and 119 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 Universidad Ana G. Mendez, Carolina Campus graduates?

Universidad Ana G. Mendez (UAGM Carolina), Carolina Campus graduates earn a median salary of $21,125 after 6 years and $24,328 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $12,674 (25th percentile) to $38,614 (75th percentile), with top earners reaching $41,300 (90th 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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