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University College of San Juan

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world rank  10595

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Overview

Colegio Universitario de San Juan (University College of San Juan) is a non-profit public multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of San Juan, Puerto Rico. Established in 1972, Colegio Universitario de San Juan (CUSJ) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. CUSJ provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 54-year-old Puerto Rican higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 70-79%. This places it among a moderately selective. CUSJ also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

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Control

University College of San Juan's Control Typepublic

Entity

University College of San Juan's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University College of San Juan' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

University College of San Juan's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name (English) University College of San Juan
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Acronym CUSJ
Founded 1972
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Location

Address 180 Jose Oliver St Tres Monjitas Ind. Park
San Juan
00918
Puerto Rico
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University College of San Juan Phone Number (787) 480 2400
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Website

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University College of San Juan's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University College of San Juan is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1978


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Colegio Universitario de San Juan's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • Consejo de Educación de Puerto Rico


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University College of San Juan as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University College of San Juan Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University College of San Juan is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University College of San Juan's academic range and degree level offering.



Colegio Universitario de San Juan: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

University College of San Juan Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University College of San Juan Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University College of San Juan categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University College of San Juan.



University College of San Juan: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact University College of San Juan Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University College of San Juan website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University College of San Juan Admission Info


University College of San Juan's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University College of San Juan is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University College of San Juan's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University College of San Juan has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University College of San Juan's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is neither required nor recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is required

Source: IPDES


University College of San Juan's International Students Admission International Students

Not reported


University College of San Juan's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

University College of San Juan Size and Profile


University College of San Juan's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University College of San Juan has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


University College of San Juan's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University College of San Juan has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.


University College of San Juan's Control Type Control Type

University College of San Juan is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University College of San Juan's Entity Type Entity Type

University College of San Juan is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University College of San Juan's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University College of San Juan's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University College of San Juan's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University College of San Juan adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


University College of San Juan's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University College of San Juan is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University College of San Juan Facilities


University College of San Juan's Library University Library

Yes Visit University College of San Juan's Library
Colegio Universitario de San Juan's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 12,990 physical volumes, 852 physical media, 134,312 digital/electronic media and 66 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 5 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Colegio Universitario de San Juan's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


University College of San Juan's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University College of San Juan's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


University College of San Juan's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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University College of San Juan's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University College of San Juan's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


University College of San Juan's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported
This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

University College of San Juan's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University College of San Juan's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

University College of San Juan Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

University College of San Juan Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University College of San Juan public or private?

University College of San Juan is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University College of San Juan profit or non-profit?

University College of San Juan is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of University College of San Juan in terms of enrollment?

University College of San Juan has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of University College of San Juan in terms of academic staff?

University College of San Juan has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.

Is University College of San Juan a coeducational institution?

University College of San Juan is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University College of San Juan use?

University College of San Juan adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is University College of San Juan affiliated with?

None.

Does University College of San Juan admit international students?

Not reported.

What is University College of San Juan's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University College of San Juan's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend University College of San Juan CUSJ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University College of San Juan CUSJ located?

University College of San Juan is located in San Juan, , Puerto Rico. Address: 180 Jose Oliver St Tres Monjitas Ind. Park.

Is University College of San Juan CUSJ accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University College of San Juan is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (since 1978).

Does University College of San Juan offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University College of San Juan offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does University College of San Juan have a university library?

Yes Colegio Universitario de San Juan's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 12,990 physical volumes, 852 physical media, 134,312 digital/electronic media and 66 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 5 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Colegio Universitario de San Juan's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does University College of San Juan provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University College of San Juan have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does University College of San Juan offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does University College of San Juan offer career services?

Yes

Does University College of San Juan offer distance learning?

Not reported This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Does University College of San Juan have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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