Four-Year Colleges and Universities in Puerto Rico

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Albizu University (San Juan, PR): Private university specializing in Psychology and Speech & Language
Ana G. Méndez University, Carolina (Carolina, PR): Private comprehensive university
Ana G. Méndez University, Cupey (San Juan, PR): Private university specializing in STEM, Business, and Education programs
Ana G. Méndez University, Gurabo (Gurabo, PR): Private university specializing in health sciences
Antillean Adventist University (Mayaguez, PR): Private Christian liberal arts and professional university
Bayamón Central University (Bayamon, PR): Private Catholic university specializing in STEM, Business, and Education programs
Caribbean University (Bayamon, PR): Private comprehensive university designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution with campuses in Bayamón, Carolina, Ponce, and Vega Baja
Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico (San Juan, PR): Public specialized music institution
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico—Aguadilla (Aguadilla, PR): Private Christian liberal arts university
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico—Arecibo (Arecibo, PR): Private Christian liberal arts university
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico—Barranquitas (Barranquitas, PR): Private Christian liberal arts university
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico—Bayamón (Bayamon, PR): Private Christian liberal arts university
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico—Fajardo (Fajardo, PR): Private Christian liberal arts university
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico—Guayama (Guayama, PR): Private Christian liberal arts university
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico—Metropolitan (San Juan, PR): Private Christian liberal arts university
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico—Ponce (Mercedita, PR): Private Christian liberal arts university
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico—San German (San German, PR): Private Christian liberal arts university
NUC University (Bayamon, PR): Private proprietary university specializing in STEM and Business programs
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico (San Juan, PR): Private specialized technical institute focused on engineering
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico (Ponce, PR): Private Catholic comprehensive university with campuses in Ponce and Mayagüez
Public of Puerto Rico at Carolina (Carolina, PR): Private comprehensive university
The School of Plastic Arts and Design (San Juan, PR): Public specialized technical arts institution
University of Puerto Rico at Aguadilla (Aguadilla, PR): Public comprehensive university
University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo (Arecibo, PR): Public comprehensive university
University of Puerto Rico at Bayamón (Bayamón, PR): Public comprehensive university
University of Puerto Rico at Cayey (Cayey, PR): Public comprehensive university
University of Puerto Rico at Humacao (Humacao, PR): Public comprehensive university
University of Puerto Rico at Ponce (Ponce, PR): Public comprehensive university
University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez University Campus (Mayaguez, PR): Public comprehensive university
University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus (San Juan, PR): Public university specializing in medical sciences
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus (Rio Piedras, PR): Public comprehensive university
University of the Sacred Heart (San Juan, PR): Private Catholic liberal arts university

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Are you thinking about attending college on the Island of Enchantment? You can check out all the four-year colleges and universities in Puerto Rico right here. To explore even further, just click on any school name to access its CollegeXpress profile and learn more about admission policies, campus life, and more. Please note: Many of these campuses will be predominantly Spanish-speaking with varying levels of English-language speaking.

Puerto Rico provides students with a unique and vibrant educational experience, set against the backdrop of the Caribbean's natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. College life is infused with the island’s lively culture, featuring festivals, music, and cuisine that reflect its deep-rooted Spanish, Taíno, and African influences. Students have the opportunity to enhance their Spanish language skills while engaging in a bilingual academic setting, which can be a significant advantage in the global job market. Beyond academics, Puerto Rico’s stunning landscapes—from lush rainforests like El Yunque to pristine beaches—offer students ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, including surfing and exploring historical sites like Old San Juan. With its warm climate, welcoming communities, and a blend of academic rigor and island lifestyle, Puerto Rico provides an enriching and unique college experience that combines education with cultural and personal growth.

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