Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
The Arecibo campus of the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico offers a focused educational environment in the city of Arecibo. As a smaller branch campus, students benefit from a close-knit community. The university is dedicated to education, business, arts, and sciences within a Catholic tradition. The campus provides access to the resources of the larger Pontifical Catholic University system while maintaining its own distinct character.
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 76% of students receive Pell Grants; 33% take federal loans.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $8,370 | $33,480 |
| $30K – $48K | $10,504 | $42,016 |
| $48K – $75K | $11,663 | $46,652 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $6,238 | $24,952 |
Programs at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
6 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting Compare across schools → |
36
|
$15,925/yr | Very High | 9.8x |
| Business Administration Compare across schools → |
34
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$18,225/yr | High | 8.1x |
| Psychology Compare across schools → |
28
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$26,047/yr | High | 9.2x |
| Biology Compare across schools → |
27
|
$17,632/yr | High | 11.9x |
| Criminology Compare across schools → |
25
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$16,199/yr | High | 8.5x |
| Liberal Arts & Humanities Compare across schools → |
18
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$19,848/yr | Low | 10.5x |