How much does Caribbean University-Vega Baja cost?

The average net price at Caribbean University-Vega Baja is $5,235 per year after financial aid. Over 4 years, that's approximately $20,940 total. Average student debt at graduation: $10,500.

What do Caribbean University-Vega Baja graduates earn?

Graduates of Caribbean University-Vega Baja earn a median salary of $22,842 ten years after enrollment. That's 58% below the national average.

Caribbean University-Vega Baja

Vega Baja, PR

privateWebsite

Value

Median Earnings (10yr)

$22,842

-58% vs average

Net Price / Year

$5,235

-74% vs average

Graduation Rate

55%

Payback Period

0.9 years

Median Debt

$10,500

Student Body

152

Caribbean University-Vega Baja — Earnings vs Cost (vs National Average)

Source: U.S. Dept of Education (College Scorecard)CollegeValueRanked

Caribbean University-Vega Baja at a Glance

Caribbean University is a private university system in Puerto Rico composed of four campuses.

Founded

1969

57 years old

Identity

Motto: We believe in you and your futurePresident: Ana E. Cucurella-Adorno

Sources:Wikipedia

Is Caribbean University-Vega Baja Worth It?

Caribbean University-Vega Baja delivers solid financial returns for its graduates. At $5,235/year, it's priced 74% below average, while graduates go on to earn $22,842 — near the national average.

The investment pays for itself in just 0.9 years — among the fastest payback periods of any college we track.

A 55% graduation rate is a serious red flag — fewer than 6 in 10 students finish. Those who don't graduate may still carry student debt without the higher-earning credential to show for it.

Best Programs at Caribbean University-Vega Baja

The highest-earning program at Caribbean University-Vega Baja is Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants at $13,200/year (4 years after graduation). The lowest is Social Work at $7,100/year.

Your major matters more than the school name — a Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants graduate from Caribbean University-Vega Baja earns $13,200, while a Social Work graduate earns $7,100. Choose your program carefully — it's the single biggest lever you control.

Debt also varies by program: Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants graduates carry $10,250 in median debt vs. $14,000 for Social Work.

Return on Investment

Estimated 4-Year Cost

$20,940

Based on $5,235/yr net price × 4 years

Earnings Premium

-58%

vs. national average of $53,787/yr

Payback Period

0.9 years

Time to recoup the total cost through higher earnings

10-Year Net Gain

$207,480

Median earnings over 10 years minus total cost of attendance

Programs & Earnings by Major

Graduate earnings data by field of study (4 years after graduation):

Major	Earnings (4yr)	Earnings (1yr)	Median Debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants	$13,200	$13,200	$10,250
Social Work	$7,100	$7,100	$14,000

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Quick Facts

Institution Type: private
Location: Vega Baja, PR
Student Body: 152 students
Graduation Rate: 55%
Net Price (Annual): $5,235
Median Earnings (10yr): $22,842
Median Student Debt: $10,500

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Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings are measured 10 years after enrollment. Net price reflects average cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal financial aid. Value scores are calculated using our methodology.