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Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico

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Overview

Founded in 1966, the Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of San Juan (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Miami and Orlando. Officially recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico (UPPR) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational Puerto Rican higher education institution. Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico (UPPR) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 58-year-old Puerto Rican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this Puerto Rican higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UPPR also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
Acronym UPPR
Founded 1966
Colours Blue and yellow
Mascot Beaver
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University Location

Address 377 Ponce de Leon Avenue
San Juan
00919
Puerto Rico
Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico Phone Number +1 (787) 622 8000
Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico Fax Number +1 (787) 754 8268
Other locations Miami and Orlando

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico.

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)		 5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)		 5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's admission information.

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among this specific ethnic group(s).


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico has provided uniRank with the following information for international students.

International Undergraduate Applicants:

  • Complete the application for admission.
  • Pay a $60.00 non-refundable admission fee.

Non-Resident Applicants/Students Visa:

To process the I-20, all applicants must demonstrate financial capacity to complete the required educational program.

Submit a sworn statement by the person that will cover the applicant’s educational costs and living expenses, indicating the annual amount assigned for this purpose.


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 192017
San Juan 00919-2017
(787) 622 8000


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico.

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico has an enrollment range of 4,000-4,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Control Type Control Type

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico is a private higher education institution.


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Trimesters type of academic calendar.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific ethnic group(s).


Religious Affiliation

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, higher part-time institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Other-dominant, with Arts & Sciences

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's main facilities:


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Library

Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 57,219 physical volumes, 4,640 physical media, 16,428 digital/electronic media and 40 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 16 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 104 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico offers a variety of sport facilities and activities for its students. The available options include:

  • Basketball
  • Beach Volleyball
  • Cross-country
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's main services:


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

The Financial Aid Office at Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico provides information to students and their families about the available financial aid programs, application process, and eligibility requirements. The office's mission is to provide accurate and precise consumer information to help students explore different financial aid resources that can help them obtain the necessary funding to reach their academic goals.

PUPR participates in financial aid programs from federal, state, institutional, and private sources. The following financial aid programs are available:

  • Federal Pell Grant
  • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)*
  • State Merit Grant*
  • Federal Work Study*
  • Institutional Honor Scholarship
  • Institutional Chorus Scholarship
  • Institutional Athletic Scholarship
  • Federal Direct Loan Program
  • Federal Direct Loan Program for Parents of Undergraduates Students (PLUS)
  • Federal Direct Loan Program for Graduate Students (Graduate PLUS)
  • Private Scholarship

*The availability of these programs will depend on the total funds allotted to the institution each academic year.

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1985


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Consejo de Educación de Puerto Rico
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education
  • Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board
  • American Society of Landscape Architects, Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board
  • National Architectural Accrediting Board


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's Facebook page Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's X (formerly Twitter) page Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's YouTube channel Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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Free Online Courses

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