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Caribbean University operates four campuses across Puerto Rico with identical tuition structures but dramatically different outcomes for nursing students. The Vega Baja campus achieves a 62.5% graduation rate while charging just $6,310 net cost, making it the standout performer among the island's seven practical nursing programs. Puerto Rico's growing healthcare sector, driven by an aging population and medical tourism initiatives, creates steady demand for trained nursing assistants and practical nurses across both public hospitals and private clinics.
7
Programs
$6,310 – $8,964
Net Price Range
$16,600
Avg. Program Earnings
43.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $7,668 $23,262 $6,920 30.2%
2 $6,310 $14,935 $5,966 62.5%
3 $6,392 $14,935 $5,966 36.7%
4 $6,680 $14,935 $5,966 41.7%
5 $7,635 $14,935 $5,966 44.0%
6 $8,964 $5,580 31.6% 46.8%
7 $6,326 54.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide graduation rate differences between Caribbean University campuses?

Caribbean University's four campuses show graduation rates ranging from 36.7% in Bayamon to 62.5% in Vega Baja, despite charging identical tuition of $5,966. The Vega Baja campus significantly outperforms its sister locations, suggesting stronger local support systems or more effective program delivery at that specific location.

How do earnings compare between the highest and lowest performing programs?

Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo graduates earn $23,262 annually, which is 56% higher than the $14,935 earned by Caribbean University graduates. However, Gurabo students face much higher debt loads at $28,798 compared to Caribbean's $15,250, affecting the overall return on investment calculation.

Is Universal Technology College a viable option despite missing earnings data?

Universal Technology College shows a solid 54.9% graduation rate and charges $6,326 net cost, placing it in the middle range for both metrics. Without earnings data available, prospective students should research job placement rates and employer relationships to evaluate this program's career outcomes.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.