Despite a high sticker price, this school is affordable for many families due to generous need-based aid.
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What You'll Pay at Caribbean University-Ponce
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The Cost Formula
Tuition
$9K
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Room
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Books
$2,250
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Sticker Price
$10,000
$9K+—+$2,250=$10,000
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Sticker
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
Caribbean University-Ponce Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Summary
Cost Category
Amount
Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price)
$10,000
Tuition and Fees
$8,844
Books and Supplies
$2,250
Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships)
-$5,036
Average Net Price (What Families Pay)
$4,964
Caribbean University-Ponce Net Price by Family Income Level
Family Income
Net Price
$0–30k
No data
$30–48k
$4,964
$48–75k
No data
$75–110k
No data
$110k+
No data
Understanding Your Aid Package
Caribbean University-Ponce has a sticker price of $10,000 per year, but most students pay significantly less after financial aid. The actual cost depends heavily on your family's income level.
Key Facts
Sticker price: $10,000/year
Average aid: $5,036 in grants & scholarships
Get personalized cost estimates and assess whether borrowing makes sense.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Typical Debt
Median Student Debt$10,500
Range (25th–75th)$3,500 – $13,600
Median Parent PLUS Loans$4,000
Debt Manageability
0.39x
Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
3-Year Default Rate0.0%
Return on Investment
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Median Earnings (10yr)
$22,842
Earnings Growth
+25%
6 → 10 years post-graduation
Value Added
+$-2,000
50th percentile among peers
Earnings Range (10yr post-graduation)
$12,390
25th %ile
$38,346
75th %ile
Frequently Asked Questions about Caribbean University-Ponce Cost & Financial Aid
Caribbean University-Ponce offers merit-based scholarships for academic achievement, in addition to need-based financial aid. Contact the financial aid office for specific scholarship opportunities.
The median debt for Caribbean graduates is $10,500, resulting in estimated monthly payments of $111 over 10 years.
