Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 59.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 56.2%
- Retention Rate
- 55.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $24,785
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 29.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $101/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $32,032 | $23,657 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Bachelor | $27,494 | $23,027 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $26,896 | $29,711 |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $25,774 | $10,416 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $23,803 | $24,805 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $22,999 | $12,833 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $21,202 | $15,832 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $19,227 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $18,771 | $23,952 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $16,811 | $26,117 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $16,264 | $14,750 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $14,738 | $10,000 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Associate | $13,702 | $15,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $12,961 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $8,571 | $7,470 |
Outcomes Overview
NUC University graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $9,500, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of roughly 38% based on their $24,785 median salary after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $101 consume about 5% of typical graduate income. The 59.7% employment rate reflects the challenging Puerto Rican job market, where many graduates work in healthcare, business, and education sectors. With net prices under $6,000 for most families and relatively low debt loads, the financial burden remains reasonable despite modest earnings. However, the 29.23% loan repayment rate signals ongoing payment struggles for many alumni. For students seeking affordable higher education in Puerto Rico, NUC offers average return on investment.