Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Mercedita, Puerto Rico with 2,404 undergraduates. It admits 34% of applicants, costs an average of $9,683 a year after grants and graduates 42% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce acceptance rate and admissions
Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce admitted 34% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 3. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $5,780 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $16,860 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $9,683 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $9,683 a year after grants and scholarships, $7,177 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 42% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $30,335 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $7,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 25% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce majors and what graduates earn
Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce awarded bachelor's degrees in 25 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from human resources ($49,709).
All 25 majors at Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Human resources | 18 | $36,417 | $49,709 | n/a |
| Psychology | 37 | $30,317 | $41,320 | $8,250 |
| Accounting | 10 | n/a | $33,888 | n/a |
| Biology | 46 | $21,921 | $33,156 | $5,500 |
| Security Science and Technology | 27 | n/a | $31,181 | n/a |
| Business administration | 23 | n/a | $29,460 | $10,682 |
| Computer science | 20 | n/a | $29,212 | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | 13 | n/a | $27,924 | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | 4 | n/a | $27,248 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 43 | $36,131 | $26,475 | $7,875 |
| Nursing | 28 | n/a | $24,524 | n/a |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | 15 | $24,528 | n/a | n/a |
| Speech-language pathology | 14 | $11,403 | n/a | n/a |
| Hospitality management | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teaching English as a second language | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biotechnology | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce
11 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 11 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 15 | $36,073 | n/a |
| Education, Other | Doctoral | 10 | $64,097 | n/a |
| Human resources | Master's | 10 | $36,641 | $19,321 |
| Teaching English as a second language | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Linguistics | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 47 | n/a | $18,319 | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 33 | $11,071 | $12,551 | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 21 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Associate degree | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,404 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 63% women, 37% men
- 22 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, near a city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce?
Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce admitted 34% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $5,780. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $9,683 a year in 2024-25.
Is Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce?
42% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Ponce graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $30,335 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.