Outcomes-based program rankings.
Program outcomes at University of Puerto Rico at Cayey vary significantly by field of study, with earnings ranging from around $19,000 in education fields to over $36,000 in biological sciences. The rankings below evaluate programs based on graduate earnings, debt levels, and return on investment rather than reputation or prestige.
Analyzing 10 programs with available earnings data.
These highlights surface programs that demonstrate strong performance across earnings, national ranking, and enrollment demand at UC Cayey.
#295 nationally
$20K median earnings
This bar shows the range of median earnings across all majors at this school.
The tables below compare programs in each category by earnings, rank, debt capacity, and enrollment size.
These sections represent the complete set of ranked undergraduate programs at University Of Puerto Rico At Cayey.
Business programs at UC Cayey serve substantial student demand while producing moderate earnings outcomes. Business Administration graduates 28 students with $29,017 median earnings, while Accounting Technology serves the largest program cohort at 85 students with $24,177 earnings.
Both programs rank within the top 10 statewide, providing solid preparation for Puerto Rican business careers with manageable debt levels for graduates seeking practical professional skills.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General. | #342 | $29,017★ |
Program rankings reflect actual labor market outcomes measured through federal College Scorecard data, showing what graduates earn in their careers rather than institutional reputation or prestige measures. Variations in outcomes within the same institution occur because different fields lead to different career paths, salary structures, and regional job markets. UC Cayey's programs serve diverse student interests from scientific research to business practice to social services, each with distinct earning trajectories. Rankings compare programs nationally within their specific fields, so a program ranked highly at UC Cayey competes against the same major at institutions across the United States. These outcomes help students understand the financial implications of their academic choices while recognizing that career satisfaction involves factors beyond earnings alone.
Median earnings 10 years post-enrollment
Debt burden relative to earnings
Institutional contribution to outcomes
recent graduates
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| 28 |
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping. | #276 | $24,177 | — | 85 |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General.Small sample | — | $21,501 | — | 6 |
This group leads UC Cayey's earnings outcomes, with Biology producing $36,318 median earnings and ranking #2 in Puerto Rico. Natural Sciences achieves #1 state ranking and #4 nationally despite lower earnings of $19,570, while Analytical Chemistry graduates 23 students annually with $26,896 earnings.
These programs balance strong academic preparation with varying career pathways, best suited for students prioritizing scientific training over immediate earning potential.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | #295 | $36,318★ | — | 84 |
| Analytical Chemistry. | #188 | $26,896 | — | 23 |
Psychology programs demonstrate strong national rankings despite modest earnings outcomes, with Psychology, Other ranking #4 nationally but producing $20,331 median earnings among 55 graduates. Psychology, General serves 34 students with similar earnings of $20,718.
These programs excel in academic preparation and student development, well-suited for students planning graduate study or careers prioritizing social impact over high earnings.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | #360 | $20,718★ | — | 34 |
| Psychology, Other. | #5 | $20,331 | — | 55 |
Agricultural Teacher Education serves 40 students annually with median earnings of $19,210, ranking #137 nationally and #3 in Puerto Rico. While producing the lowest earnings among UC Cayey's programs, education pathways provide essential preparation for teaching careers and public service roles.
This program suits students committed to educational professions and comfortable with the financial trade-offs inherent in teaching careers.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education/Teaching of Individuals Who are Developmentally Delayed.Small sample | #101 | $28,733★ | — | 11 |
| Agricultural Teacher Education. | #172 | $19,210 | — | 40 |
Other & Interdisciplinary graduates earn 20K on average, with 1 program ranking in the national Top 10.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Sciences. | #5 | $19,570 | — | 82 |
Resources, cohort size, and graduation rates
Trajectory from early to mid-career
Why rankings may differ by program: A university's nursing program and business program can have entirely different outcome profiles. Our methodology surfaces these differences so you can evaluate programs — not just institutions.
