Academic Programs & Learning

University of Puerto Rico-Humacao

What About Academic Quality?

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

11:1

Average students per faculty member

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Full-Time Retention

75%

Students continuing to second year

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Part-Time Retention

25%

Part-time students continuing

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Understanding Academic Quality Metrics

Student-Faculty Ratio: A ratio of 11:1 means there are approximately 11 students for every faculty member. This low ratio typically allows for more individualized attention and smaller class sizes.

Retention Rates: These show the percentage of students who return for their second year. Higher retention rates typically indicate student satisfaction, academic support, and program quality.

Graduation Rate Survey Cohort: 92% of entering students are tracked for graduation outcomes.

Who Teaches Here?

Total Teaching Staff
155
Instructional faculty
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
11:1
Students per instructor
Faculty Diversity
92%
Underrepresented minorities

Academic Ranks

Assistant Professors12
Instructors & Lecturers30
Other Instructional Staff113

Understanding Faculty Composition

University of Puerto Rico-Humacao employs 155 instructional staff members. The mix of ranked faculty and instructors supports diverse learning experiences.

Where Do Online Students Come From?

Geographic distribution of students enrolled exclusively in online courses (Fall 2023 census)

Undergraduate (2,611 enrolled)
37
exclusively online (1.4%)
Same state 31 (83.8%)
Other US states 1 (2.7%)
Outside US 5 (13.5%)
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About this data: The geographic breakdown above uses IPEDS Fall Enrollment census data, which captures a single-day snapshot. The enrollment figures in the "How Do Students Learn?" section above use 12-month unduplicated headcount, which typically shows higher numbers as it covers the full academic year. Both are official IPEDS data — they measure different things.

84% of University of Puerto Rico-Humacao's exclusively online undergraduates are located in PR. The school primarily serves local online learners.

What Is the Academic Load?

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Analysis

2,392
Total FTE
2,392
Undergraduate FTE

FTE Analysis

Study Intensity:91.6% FTE ratio indicates a mix of full-time and part-time students

Academic Load: FTE represents the equivalent of full-time students based on credit hours, helping compare institutional capacity regardless of part-time enrollment.

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) measures the total student enrollment adjusted for course load. One FTE represents a student taking a full course load, while two half-time students equal one FTE. This metric helps compare institutional size and resource allocation across different schools.

How Intensively Do Students Study?

Student Enrollment Intensity

The Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) ratio shows the average course load intensity. An FTE ratio of 1.0 means all students attend full-time, while lower values indicate more part-time enrollment.

91.6%
FTE Ratio
Intensity LevelHigh

Most students maintain full-time or near-full-time course loads, balancing academics with limited outside commitments.

Undergraduate FTE
2,392
Total FTE
2,392
Headcount
2,611

FTE represents student enrollment adjusted for course load. Two half-time students equal 1 FTE.

FTE Ratio Scale

< 0.5
Low
0.5-0.65
Mod-Low
0.65-0.8
Moderate
0.8-0.95
High
≥ 0.95
Very High

The enrollment intensity shows how committed students are to their studies. Higher FTE ratios indicate more full-time students and intensive programs, while lower ratios suggest flexible scheduling that accommodates working professionals and students with other responsibilities. This information helps you understand whether the institution caters to traditional full-time students or offers more flexibility for adult learners.

Academic Support & Resources

Academic Advising

Students have access to academic advisors who can help with course selection, degree planning, and career guidance. Contact the admissions office to learn about advising services.

Student Success Services

Many institutions offer tutoring, study groups, and academic success workshops. These resources help students develop study skills and overcome academic challenges.

For detailed information about academic support services, tutoring hours, and learning resources, contact University of Puerto Rico-Humacao directly at 7878500000 or visit their website .

Key Academic Highlights

  • Student-to-faculty ratio of 11:1 supports personalized learning
  • 155 instructional staff
  • Primarily full-time enrollment creates immersive learning environment
  • Online students from PR and beyond (3% out-of-state)

Ready to Learn More About Academics at University of Puerto Rico-Humacao?

Contact the admissions office to discuss academic programs, support services, and learning options.

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