NUC University vs University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez: which has better ROI?
The verdict
University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez has the better ROI: it clears its 4-year net cost of $71,744 in 113.5 years versus not at all at NUC University, on median earnings of $48,992 vs $24,785 ten years out. (Scorecard, 2026 · our math.)
| Measure | NUC University | University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez |
|---|---|---|
| Net price / yr | $8,920 | $17,936 |
| Total net cost | $35,680 | $71,744 |
| Median earnings, 10 yrs | $24,785 | $48,992 |
| Median debt | $9,500 | $8,250 |
| Payback | — | 113.5 yrs |
| 20-year net return | $-507,180 | $-59,104 |
College Scorecard (2026), institution-level · payback and returns are our math. Figures blend all majors.