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EDP University

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world rank  9703

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Overview

Founded in 1968, the EDP University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Hato Rey (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, EDP University (EDP) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Puerto Rican higher education institution. EDP University (EDP) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 57-year-old Puerto Rican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this Puerto Rican higher education organization an averagely selective institution. EDP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

EDP University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

EDP University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

EDP University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

EDP University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym EDP
Founded 1968
Motto
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Mascot
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University Location

Address 560 Ponce de Leon Avenue Cr. Arroyo Street
Hato Rey
00918
Puerto Rico
EDP University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
EDP University Phone Number (787) 765 3560
EDP University Fax Number (787) 777 0025
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of EDP University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify EDP University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of EDP University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at EDP University.



EDP University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

EDP University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


EDP University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 40-49% making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is neither required nor recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


EDP University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


EDP University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

EDP University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


EDP University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.


EDP University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


EDP University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


EDP University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


EDP University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


EDP University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


EDP University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


EDP University's Library University Library

Yes Visit EDP University's Library
EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc-San Juan's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 7,106 physical volumes, 276 physical media, 6 digital/electronic media and 33 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 3 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc-San Juan's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


EDP University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


EDP University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


EDP University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


EDP University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


EDP University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


EDP University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

EDP University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


EDP University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


EDP University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

EDP University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2006


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important EDP University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • Consejo de Educación de Puerto Rico


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important EDP University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • EDP University of Puerto Rico Inc.


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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EDP University's Facebook page review

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YouTube YouTube

EDP University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

EDP University's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

EDP University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


Wikipedia

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