by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a UPR Rio Piedras degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how UPR Rio Piedras measures up.
UPR Rio Piedras is ranked #638 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A+ (top 1% for value).
Among the majors UPR Rio Piedras offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Human Resources | #1 of 15 |
| Labor & Industrial Relations | #1 of 15 |
| Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor | #1 of 5 |
| Teaching English or French | #1 of 5 |
| Environmental Design & Architecture | #2 of 16 |
| Environmental Design | #2 of 16 |
| Other Radio, Television Digital Communication | #2 of 22 |
| Other Journalism | #6 of 21 |
| Photography / Film Studies | #6 of 269 |
| Geography & Cartography | #7 of 88 |
Read the full UPR Rio Piedras value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras is ranked #638 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras 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 Rio Piedras costs about $10,482. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $41,930 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $15,118 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $9,175 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $10,482 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $41,930 |
*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 Rio Piedras net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UPR Rio Piedras 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 | $60,472 | — | — |
| All Students | $41,930 | #638 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $36,700 | — | — |
*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 Rio Piedras shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $5,691 |
| $30K–$48K | $7,089 |
| $48K–$75K | $8,024 |
| $75K–$110K | $9,161 |
| Over $110K | $12,782 |
About 78% of UPR Rio Piedras undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,628 per year. Get more details on the UPR Rio Piedras financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the UPR Rio Piedras net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.