Best colleges for Liberal Arts and Sciences in Puerto Rico
Ranked by graduate earnings
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce, Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez and University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees and certificates in Puerto Rico: 45, 15 and 11 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 9 Puerto Rico colleges offer Liberal Arts and Sciences and award 109 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Liberal Arts and Sciences program, formally known as Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, offers a broad educational foundation in various disciplines. This program is designed for students seeking a well-rounded…
Top institution, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce Ponce Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $19,848 | 45 | 49% | $13,112 | $19,040 |
Colleges awarding the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees in Puerto Rico
Top 8 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce Ponce Private not-for-profit | 45 | $19,848* |
| 2 | Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Mayaguez Private not-for-profit | 15 | $19,848* |
| 3 | University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras San Juan Public | 11 | Not reported |
| 4 | Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Arecibo Private not-for-profit | 7 | $19,848* |
| 5 | Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Metro San Juan Private not-for-profit | 7 | Not reported |
| 6 | University of Puerto Rico-Humacao Humacao Public | 7 | Not reported |
| 7 | University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Mayaguez Public | 3 | Not reported |
| 8 | University of Puerto Rico at Cayey Cayey Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 Puerto Rico colleges offering Liberal Arts and Sciences
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Puerto Rico-Utuado | Utuado | Public | 13 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Postsecondary Teachers, All Other (SOC 25-1199).
What Postsecondary Teachers, All Other earn in Puerto Rico
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Liberal Arts and Sciences programs in Puerto Rico.
Which Puerto Rico colleges award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees?+
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce (45 graduates a year), Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez (15 graduates a year) and University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras (11 graduates a year) award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees and certificates in Puerto Rico, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 9 Puerto Rico colleges offer Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Which Liberal Arts and Sciences program in Puerto Rico has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce tops the list at $19,848. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Postsecondary Teachers, All Other earn in Puerto Rico?+
The average annual wage for Postsecondary Teachers, All Other in Puerto Rico is $66,560 (median $60,230), across about 2,100 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Liberal Arts and Sciences program?+
The Liberal Arts and Sciences program, formally known as Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, offers a broad educational foundation in various disciplines. This program is designed for students seeking a well-rounded…
What is the job outlook for Postsecondary Teachers, All Other?+
The national job outlook is about +1.8% growth with around 13,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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