Accounting at Caribbean University-Ponce
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Caribbean University-Ponce graduates compare to all programs nationally
Caribbean University-Ponce graduates earn $27k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all accounting bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Puerto Rico
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Puerto Rico (40 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caribbean University-Ponce | $26,619 | $21,234 | — | — |
| EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc-San Sebastian | $31,705 | — | $12,262 | 0.39 |
| EDP University of Puerto Rico-Villalba | $31,705 | — | $12,262 | 0.39 |
| EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc-San Juan | $31,705 | — | $12,262 | 0.39 |
| Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Metro | $28,872 | $39,534 | $15,499 | 0.54 |
| Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus | $27,904 | $26,478 | $26,617 | 0.95 |
| National Median | $53,694 | — | $25,000 | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in Puerto Rico
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Puerto Rico schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc-San Sebastian San Sebastian | $7,050 | $31,705 | $12,262 |
| EDP University of Puerto Rico-Villalba Villalba | $7,050 | $31,705 | $12,262 |
| EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc-San Juan San Juan | $7,050 | $31,705 | $12,262 |
| Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Metro San Juan | $5,580 | $28,872 | $15,499 |
| Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus Gurabo | $6,920 | $27,904 | $26,617 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Caribbean University-Ponce, approximately 75% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 12 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.