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Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo

Carretera #2, Km. 80.4 Barrio San Daniel, Sector Las Canela, Arecibo, PR 00614-4050, USA

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo award
Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo award
US ranking
position: 615
Tuition & fees per year: $5,598
Acceptance rate: 38.00%
Median alumni salary: $16,748
Avg. SAT and ACT: N/A
Entrance difficulty: Moderate

What are the graduation rates for students at Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?

Graduation rates at Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo remain notably low compared to national averages. The overall graduation rate stands at 35%, placing the university in the bottom 15% percentile among similar institutions. Male students graduate at an even lower rate of 25%, ranking in the bottom 10%, while female students fare somewhat better, with a 43% graduation rate, though this still falls within the bottom 20% nationally.

The rate of students completing their degrees within four years is particularly low, at only 6%, which situates the university in the lowest 5% bracket. Slightly improved but still concerning, the six-year graduation rate is 31%, landing in the bottom 10% of all colleges. Retention rates - indicating the percentage of students who continue after their first year - are more moderate at 75%, which is about average and sits near the 50th percentile.

What is the earning potential for graduates at Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo?

Graduates from Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo who pursued degrees with reported earnings data show varied income potential based on their field of study. Among these, those who completed a degree in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods earn approximately $23,585 annually, reflecting the earning landscape for educators trained in specific instructional strategies.

The field of Criminal Justice and Corrections offers a median annual earning near $21,261, suggesting opportunities for graduates interested in law enforcement and correctional administration.

Nursing graduates specializing in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research, and Clinical Nursing report earnings around $16,729 per year, indicating the financial outcomes available to those entering healthcare roles through this university.

Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations graduates report earnings near $14,958, which highlights the initial income expectations for students venturing into small business and entrepreneurship.

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Graduation Rate

Avg. graduation 35%
Graduation rate, total cohort
4-year Graduation 6%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 4 years, total
6-year Graduation 31%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 6 years, total

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 1

Part time employees: Data not available

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

Individual job placement

All undergraduates

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Graduations Per Degree

BACHELOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

11819

Education

66874

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

623193

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

011

Physical Sciences

7411

Psychology

18624

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services

241034

Public Administration and Social Service Professions

28836

Health Professions and Related Programs

90999

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

331548

MASTER’S Degree

Women Men Total

Education

26733

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

628

Health Professions and Related Programs

26935

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

12921

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