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University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo vs Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus

BSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
$5,324 vs $6,920

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationArecibo, PRGurabo, PR
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate62.3%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$5,324BEST$6,920
In-state tuition$5,324BEST$6,920
Out-of-state tuition$5,324BEST$6,920
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo or Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus?

University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo is the more affordable option at roughly $5,324, compared to $6,920. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo and Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus the same type of program?

Both are BSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo and Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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