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Caribbean University-Bayamon

#1834 in US ranking Bayamon, PR
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$18,221
Tuition & fees
$8,844
Avg. aid
$9,042
Receiving aid
97%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
43%
Median salary
$24,723
1 yr after graduation

What is the history of Caribbean University-Bayamon?

Caribbean University-Bayamon is the Bayamón campus of Caribbean University, a private university in Puerto Rico. Its present academic offerings span fields that include education, engineering, health, business and social services.

The distinction between the campus and the university matters when reading institutional history: a milestone described for Caribbean University as a whole does not necessarily mark the opening or development of its Bayamón campus. Prospective students comparing older catalogs with current offerings should also check which campus awarded or now offers a particular degree.

What are the faculties and departments at Caribbean University-Bayamon?

Caribbean University-Bayamon offers study in several professional and applied fields, including education, engineering, health, business and the social sciences. Program listings associated with the institution include civil and electrical engineering, teacher preparation, nursing-related study, criminal justice, social work and accounting.

Those fields do not all lead to the same credential. Students should use the current academic catalog to identify a program's degree level, required courses, campus location and delivery format. This is especially important in fields with supervised practice or licensing requirements: the existence of a major does not, by itself, establish that every course or clinical placement is available at Bayamón in every term.

What is the location of Caribbean University-Bayamon?

Caribbean University-Bayamon is in Bayamón, Puerto Rico, within the San Juan metropolitan area. Its location makes commuting a practical consideration for students deciding where to live and how to schedule classes.

Bayamón's metropolitan setting offers access to regional employers, health facilities and public services, but travel time will depend on a student's route, class schedule and transportation. Students arranging an in-person visit should confirm the campus address and parking or transit instructions for their appointment. Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport serves the wider metropolitan area; it is more relevant to students traveling to Puerto Rico than to everyday commuting.

What is the mission and vision of Caribbean University-Bayamon?

Caribbean University presents itself as an institution focused on access to higher education and preparation for professional and community roles. At Bayamón, its range of career-oriented programs gives prospective students a concrete way to assess those stated priorities.

A mission or vision statement describes what a university aims to do, not a measured outcome for every student. Applicants can compare the university's current statements with a program's curriculum, advising arrangements and required practical experiences. They should also distinguish university-wide goals from services or courses actually offered at the Bayamón campus.

Caribbean University-Bayamon Profile - Basic Information

Name of the institution

Caribbean University-Bayamon

Level of institution

Four or more years

Control of institution

Private

Setting type

City: Midsize

Institutional Category

Degree - granting, primarily baccalaureate or above

Institution size category

Under 1,000

School type

University

Main student body

Coeducational

Calendar system

Semesters

Foundation year

1969

Caribbean University-Bayamon Accreditation

Caribbean University-Bayamon is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation confirms that the school meets quality standards and is required for students to receive federal financial aid.

Caribbean University-Bayamon Programs and Degrees

iconCertificate of at least 1 year, but less than 2 years
iconAssociate's degree
iconCertificate of at least 2 years, but less than 4 years
iconBachelor's degree
iconMaster's degree
iconDoctor's degree - research/scholarship

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.