by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a UPR Arecibo degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how UPR Arecibo measures up.
UPR Arecibo is ranked #1,372 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A+ (top 5% for value).
Among the majors UPR Arecibo offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | #2 of 10 |
| Radio & Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician | #4 of 10 |
| Audiovisual Communications | #6 of 25 |
| Industrial & Organizational Psychology | #6 of 18 |
| Psychology | #6 of 18 |
| Industrial Production Technology | #20 of 50 |
| Clinical, Counseling & Applied Psychology | #21 of 79 |
| Communications Technologies & Support | #22 of 100 |
| Office Administration | #41 of 65 |
| Engineering Technologies | #86 of 237 |
Below is the detailed UPR Arecibo value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is ranked #1,372 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UPR Arecibo costs about $11,102. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $44,407 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $17,710 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $10,680 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $11,102 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $44,407 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about UPR Arecibo net price and the factors that affect it.
What UPR Arecibo costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UPR Arecibo degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $70,840 | — | — |
| All Students | $44,407 | #1,372 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $42,720 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UPR Arecibo shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,261 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,466 |
| $48K–$75K | $13,259 |
| $75K–$110K | $13,208 |
About 94% of UPR Arecibo undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,725 per year. Get more details on the UPR Arecibo financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average UPR Arecibo cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.