Best Social Work Schools in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico has 11 colleges offering Social Work programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 173 recent graduates. Graduates in Puerto Rico earn $13,510 on average within two years — 57% below the national average of $31,426. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

School choice matters significantly: Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Cupey Campus graduates earn $18,047 while Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla graduates earn $7,727 — a $10,320 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

11
Schools in PR
$13,510
PR Avg. Earnings
$31,426
National Avg.
395
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Social Work in Puerto Rico

Public Schools (2)
$13,162
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (3)
$12,080
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Puerto Rico produce comparable or higher early earnings for Social Work graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Social Work Schools in Puerto Rico, Ranked by Earnings

#1
U

Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Cupey Campus

San Juan, PR ·

$18,047
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $16,542
Graduates: 65
Acceptance: N/A
#2
U

Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Carolina Campus

Carolina, PR ·

$16,898
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $19,761
Graduates: 91
Acceptance: N/A
#3
U

Universidad Central de Bayamon

Bayamón, PR · Private

$15,552
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $18,951
Graduates: 17
Acceptance: 86.4%
#4
U

University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras

San Juan, PR · Public

$14,935
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 53.2%
#5
I

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo

Arecibo, PR · Private

$12,961
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 37.8%
#6
C

Caribbean University-Bayamon

Bayamon, PR ·

$12,776
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: N/A
#7
C

Caribbean University-Carolina

Carolina, PR ·

$12,776
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: N/A
#8
C

Caribbean University-Ponce

Ponce, PR ·

$12,776
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: N/A
#9
C

Caribbean University-Vega Baja

Vega Baja, PR ·

$12,776
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: N/A
#10
U

University of Puerto Rico-Humacao

Humacao, PR · Public

$11,388
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 58.5%
#11
I

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla

Aguadilla, PR · Private

$7,727
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 46.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Social Work in Puerto Rico?
Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Cupey Campus ranks #1 for Social Work in Puerto Rico with median graduate earnings of $18,047 within two years of graduation. There are 11 schools offering Social Work programs in the state.
How much do Social Work graduates earn in Puerto Rico?
Social Work graduates in Puerto Rico earn an average of $13,510 within two years of graduation. This is 57% below the national average of $31,426 for this major.
What is the hardest Social Work school to get into in Puerto Rico?
Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is the most selective Social Work program in Puerto Rico with an acceptance rate of 37.8%. The average acceptance rate across Social Work programs in the state is 56.5%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Social Work in Puerto Rico?
In Puerto Rico, private Social Work programs produce average earnings of $12,080 vs $13,162 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 public and 3 private options in the state.

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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.