University of Puerto Rico in Ponce |
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University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
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2151 Santiago de los Caballeros Avenue
Ponce, PR 00716-9996 |
General information
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(787) 844-8181
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| Type of institution: |
Public, 4-year or above |
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| Federal Aid: |
Institution has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid.
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| Degrees offered: |
Associate degrees, Bachelor degrees |
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| Carnegie classification: |
Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields |
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| Number of students: |
3,146 (2007)
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| 2009-2008 Undergraduate application fee: | $ 20 |
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| Mission |
| The University of Puerto Rico in Ponce is a public institution that is committed to the development of professionals with comprehensive academic preparations via effective and challenging teaching techniques. This process is aided by the creative and research activities which the institution disseminates. The university fosters community service, enriching educational experiences, and student support services. |
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| Academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students |
| Tuition and Fees | 2009-2008 | 2008-2007 | 2007-2006 |
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| In-State | $ 1,747 | $ 1,679 | $ 1,509 |
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| Out of State | $ 3,341 | $ 3,341 | $ 3,304 |
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| Books and Supplies | $ 1,825 | $ 1,520 | $ 1,320 |
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| On-Campus |
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| Room and board | ---- | ---- | ---- |
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| Other Expenses | ---- | ---- | ---- |
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| Off Campus |
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| Room and board | $ 8,180 | $ 7,580 | $ 6,620 |
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| Other Expenses | $ 2,050 | $ 1,680 | $ 1,585 |
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| Off Campus w/ family |
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| Other Expenses | $ 2,825 | $ 2,355 | $ 2,170 |
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Financial aid 2006-2007
Financial aid to full-time, first-time undergraduate students
| Type of Aid | Percentage of students receiving aid | Average amount of aid they received |
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| Federal Grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
98% |
$ 3,673 |
| State/Local grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
51% |
$ 719 |
| Institutional grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
21% |
$ 2,017 |
| Loans to students |
4% |
$ 3,296 |
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End of file for University of Puerto Rico in Ponce.
University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Associate degree
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to perform the duties of administrative assistants and/or secretaries and stenographers. Includes instruction in business communications, principles of business law, word processing and data entry, office machines operation and maintenance, office procedures,... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Associate degree
Business + Commerce, General | |
A program that focuses on the general study of business, including the processes of interchanging goods and services (buying, selling and producing), business organization, and accounting as used in profit-making and nonprofit public and private institutions and agencies. The programs may prepare individuals... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Associate degree
Civil Engineering Technology + Technician | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of civil engineers engaged in designing and executing public works projects such as highways, dams, bridges, tunnels and other facilities. Includes instruction in site analysis, structural testing... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Associate degree
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology + Technician | |
A program that prepares individuals to master and use computer software programs and applications for inputting, verifying, organizing, storing, retrieving, transforming (changing, updating, and deleting), and extracting information. Includes instruction in using various operating system configurations... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Associate degree
Drafting and Design Technology + Technician, General | |
A program that prepares individuals to generally apply technical skills to create working drawings and computer simulations for a variety of applications. Includes instruction in specification interpretation, dimensioning techniques, drafting calculations, material estimation, technical communications,... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Associate degree
Industrial Technology + Technician | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of industrial engineers and managers. Includes instruction in optimization theory, human factors, organizational behavior, industrial processes, industrial planning procedures, computer applications,... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Associate degree
Physical Therapist Assistant | |
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of a physical therapist, to implement physical therapy treatment care plans, train patients, conduct treatment interventions, use equipment, and observe and record patient progress. Includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology, applied... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Associate degree
Social Sciences, General | |
A program that focuses on the general study of human social behavior and social institutions using any of the methodologies common to the social sciences and/or history, or an undifferentiated program of study in the social sciences. |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Accounting | |
A program that prepares individuals to practice the profession of accounting and to perform related business functions. Includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax accounting, legal aspects of accounting,... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Athletic Training + Trainer | |
A program that prepares individuals to work in consultation with, and under the supervision of physicians to prevent and treat sports injuries and associated conditions. Includes instruction in the identification, evaluation, and treatment of athletic injuries and illnesses; first aid and emergency... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other | |
Any instructional program in the biological and biomedical sciences not listed in the Biological and Biomedical Sciences, General category. |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Biotechnology | |
A program that focuses on the application of the biological sciences, biochemistry, and genetics to the preparation of new and enhanced agricultural, environmental, clinical, and industrial products, including the commercial exploitation of microbes, plants, and animals. Includes instruction in bioinformatics,... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other | |
Any instructional program in business and administration not listed in the Business Administration, Management and Operations, General category. |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Computer and Information Sciences, General | |
A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science,... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Elementary Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter. |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Executive Assistant + Executive Secretary | |
A program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of special assistants and/or personal secretaries for business executives and top management. Includes instruction in business communications, principles of business law, public relations, scheduling and travel management, secretarial accounting,... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Finance, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Includes instruction in principles of accounting; financial instruments; capital planning; funds acquisition;... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography | |
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the ecology and behavior of microbes, plants, and animals inhabiting oceans, coastal waters, and saltwater wetlands and their interactions with the physical environment. Includes instruction in chemical, physical, and geological oceanography; molecular,... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Marketing + Marketing Management, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to undertake and manage the process of developing consumer audiences and moving products from producers to consumers. Includes instruction in buyer behavior and dynamics, principle of marketing research, demand analysis, cost-volume and profit relationships,... |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other | |
Any instructional program in mental and social health services and allied professions not listed in the Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, General category. |
| University of Puerto Rico in Ponce
Bachelor degree
Psychology, Other | |
Any instructional program in psychology not listed in the Psychology, General category. |
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