Campus & Student Life at University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras

Home to about 10,877 undergraduates in 2020, UPR Rio Piedras is a large, public university located in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, UPR Rio Piedras offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by UPR Rio Piedras can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our UPR Rio Piedras Guide to Distance and Online Learning.

UPR Rio Piedras Has a Disability Services Site

Individuals with disabilities make up 5.0% of the student population at UPR Rio Piedras. For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit UPR Rio Piedras Disability Services.

UPR Rio Piedras for the Military

While not a "service academy", UPR Rio Piedras does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit UPR Rio Piedras Veteran Services . For more information, check out our UPR Rio Piedras for Veterans Guide.

UPR Rio Piedras offers On-Campus Day Care

For students with young families, UPR Rio Piedras does offer some day care. Programs like this are often in very high demand, so be sure to inquire as soon as you can.

Freshmen Living Arrangements at University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras

UPR Rio Piedras does not offer on-campus housing.

* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.

Full-time vs. Part-time Studies at University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras

UPR Rio Piedras has a comparatively large, student body. There were 10,877 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 9,543 (87.7%). Part-time attendance was 1,334 (12.3%).

Overall Diversity at University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras Could not be Evaluated

We do not have sufficient information to evaluate and rank UPR Rio Piedras in terms of overall diversity. Please see the UPR Rio Piedras Diversity Guide for more information.

University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras Competes in the NCAA

UPR Rio Piedras has a total of 309 student athletes, 160 men and 149 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.

Athletics Financing

For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras Athletics