Cheapest Natural Sciences Colleges in Puerto Rico

Universidad Central de Bayamon offers Natural Sciences education at a net price of just $4,285, making it the most affordable option among Puerto Rico's 11 programs. This dramatic cost advantage becomes even more significant when compared to Universidad del Sagrado Corazon at $13,024, creating a $8,739 price gap between the cheapest and most expensive options. The University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras stands out with a 52.50% graduation rate, notably higher than most private alternatives. Puerto Rico's pharmaceutical industry, which employs over 80,000 workers, provides strong career prospects for Natural Sciences graduates across the island's manufacturing corridor.

Programs

$4,285 – $13,024

Net Price Range

37.3%

Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Natural Sciences Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Universidad Central de Bayamon Bayamón, Puerto Rico	$4,285	$5,986	37.9%	80.4%
2	EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc-San Sebastian San Sebastian, Puerto Rico	$4,496	$7,050	37.3%	90.1%
3	EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc-San Juan San Juan, Puerto Rico	$4,989	$7,050	23.6%	39.6%
4	University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras San Juan, Puerto Rico	$6,507	$5,324	52.5%	51.6%
5	Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla Aguadilla, Puerto Rico	$7,607	$5,542	38.7%	45.7%
6	Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus Gurabo, Puerto Rico	$7,668	$6,920	30.2%
7	Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon Bayamon, Puerto Rico	$8,783	$5,580	33.0%	33.8%
8	Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Fajardo Fajardo, Puerto Rico	$8,787	$5,580	32.9%	44.7%
9	Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Metro San Juan, Puerto Rico	$8,964	$5,580	31.6%	46.8%
10	University of Puerto Rico at Cayey Cayey, Puerto Rico	$9,148	$5,354	48.6%	49.3%
11	Universidad del Sagrado Corazon Santurce, Puerto Rico	$13,024	$6,360	43.6%	55.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Universidad Central de Bayamon the most affordable option for Natural Sciences?

With a net price of $4,285 and an 80.36% acceptance rate, Universidad Central de Bayamon provides accessible Natural Sciences education. The school maintains a 37.90% graduation rate while keeping costs significantly lower than competitors.

How do public universities compare to private options in Puerto Rico?

The University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras achieves a 52.50% graduation rate at $6,507 net cost, outperforming most private schools academically. UPR Cayey offers another strong public option at $9,148 with a 48.60% graduation rate and low student debt of $5,500.

Is the acceptance rate significantly different across Natural Sciences programs?

Acceptance rates vary dramatically from EDP University San Juan's selective 39.64% to EDP University San Sebastian's open 90.08%. Inter American University Bayamon maintains the most competitive admission at 33.81% among private institutions.

Where do graduates typically find employment in Puerto Rico's Natural Sciences field?

Puerto Rico's pharmaceutical manufacturing sector provides the primary employment base, with companies like Amgen and Bristol Myers Squibb maintaining major operations. Environmental consulting and government research positions also create opportunities for Natural Sciences graduates across the island.

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