Outcomes at PUCPR
Graduation Rate
42.90%
Retention Rate
79.00%
The graduation rate at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is 42.90% last year which is average compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Puerto Rico. 402 students have completed their degree/certificate programs among 937 candidates.
Compared to similar schools in college ranking, its graduation rate is average where the average graduation rate of the schools is 37.00%.
Graduation Rate and Comparison Chart
The following chart compares the graduation rate between Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce and similar colleges.
Number of Completers and Graduation Rate
The next table summarizes the outcome measures with the number of students at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce. 402 students have completed. In addition, 1 student still enrolled and 534 students have left the school before completing their studies.
| Total | Bachelor's or Equivalent | Other Degrees or Certificate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total (Candidates) | 937 | 922 | 15 |
| Completers | 402 (42.90%) | 395 | 7 |
| Still Enrolled | 1 (0.11%) | 1 | - |
| No Longer Enrolled | 534 (56.99%) | 526 | 8 |
Graduation Rate by Completion Time (Bachelor's Degree)
The below table shows the number of completers with graduation rate by completion time. The number in parenthesis denote the graduation rate for the corresponding students. The numbers and rate for the 125% and 150% normal times are not cumulative, but additional completers and graduate rate for that period. For example, 116 students have completed in 4 years and additional 187 students have completed in the 5th year.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100% normal time (in 4 Years) | 116 (12.58%) |
29 (7.92%) |
87 (15.65%) |
| 125% normal time (in 5 Years) | 187 (20.28%) |
62 (16.94%) |
125 (22.48%) |
| 150% normal time (in 6 Years) | 92 (9.98%) |
31 (8.47%) |
61 (10.97%) |
Graduation Rate by Race/Ethnicity
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 42.90% (402/937) | 33.51% (123/367) | 48.95% (279/570) |
| Hispanic | 42.93% (401/934) | 33.61% (123/366) | 48.94% (278/568) |
| White | 50.00% (1/2) | - (0/0) | 50.00% (1/2) |