Caribbean University Ranking & Overview 2024

Name
Acronym
Founded	1969
Motto	We believe in you and your future
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Video Presentation	n.a.; please submit an official Caribbean University general video presentation.

Address	167 Avenue Km 21.2 Bayamón 00960-0493 Puerto Rico
	Location Map and Satellite View
	+1 (787) 780 0070
	+1 (787) 785 0101
Other locations	Carolina, Ponce and Vega Baja

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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 Caribbean University'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 Caribbean University's academic range and degree level offering.

Caribbean University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
	PreBach degrees	Bachelor degrees	Master degrees	Doctoral degrees

Arts & Humanities A&H
Language & Cultural L&C
Business & Social Sciences B&S
Medicine & Health M&H
Science & Technology S&T
Engineering Eng

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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 Caribbean University'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 Caribbean University.

Caribbean University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local students	5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)	5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International students	5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)	5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)

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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

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Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).

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).

Admission Selection

Has Caribbean University a selective admission policy? None, open admission policy.

Admission Rate

Caribbean University's acceptance rate range is 100% making this institution a non-selective higher education institution.

International Students Admission

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

Admission Office

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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

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Student Enrollment

Caribbean University has an enrollment range of 500-999 students making it a very small-sized institution.

Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).

Control Type

Caribbean University is a private higher education institution.

Entity Type

Caribbean University is a non-profit higher education institution.

Campus Setting

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

Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.

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

Caribbean University 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... learn more

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

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Basic Classification	Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
Size & Setting	Four-year, very small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile	Majority undergraduate

Undergraduate Profile	Four-year, medium full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program	Professions focus, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program	Research Doctoral: Single program-Other

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

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University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

Caribbean University-Bayamon's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 81,716 physical volumes, 2,573 physical media, 9,600 digital/electronic media and 51 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 4 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Caribbean University-Bayamon's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University Housing

Not reported

Sport Facilities/Activities

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

University Services

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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.

Study Abroad

Not reported

Distance Learning

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

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

Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Caribbean University'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.

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Caribbean University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1977

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

왱왱눈첵 publishes the following list of the most important Caribbean University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

Consejo de Educación de Puerto Rico (CEPR)
Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET

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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 Caribbean University 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

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Affiliations and Memberships

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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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Open Education Global

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