Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $5,354
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $5,354
- Average Net Price
- $12,386
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 81.5%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $11,385
- Books & Supplies
- $4,168
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $3,500
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $37/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 35.1%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 9.3%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 81.5%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $12,132 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $13,396 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $13,114 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families actually pay around $12,000-$13,000 annually at UPR-Utuado, regardless of income level. The net price stays remarkably consistent whether you earn $20,000 or $70,000 per year. Over four years, expect total costs around $50,000. Nearly 82% of students receive financial aid, keeping expenses manageable for most Puerto Rican families.
Student debt remains surprisingly low at just $3,500 median, translating to monthly payments of only $37. That's less than a typical phone bill. With median earnings of $24,000 ten years after graduation, the debt burden stays light compared to mainland universities. However, the employment rate of 43% suggests many graduates struggle to find full-time work.
Local students get the best deal here since 100% of enrollment comes from Puerto Rico. The combination of low tuition, minimal debt, and extensive financial aid makes this one of the most affordable four-year options on the island.
Student debt remains surprisingly low at just $3,500 median, translating to monthly payments of only $37. That's less than a typical phone bill. With median earnings of $24,000 ten years after graduation, the debt burden stays light compared to mainland universities. However, the employment rate of 43% suggests many graduates struggle to find full-time work.
Local students get the best deal here since 100% of enrollment comes from Puerto Rico. The combination of low tuition, minimal debt, and extensive financial aid makes this one of the most affordable four-year options on the island.
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