Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
History
The Inter-American University of Puerto Rico is a private, non-profit institution of higher education with deep Christian roots. For more than 100 years it has been dedicated to preparing students in all branches of humanistic, social and scientific endeavors, and has served as a cultural bridge between North America and Latin America.
Our Offer
At the Inter-American University of Puerto Rico you can choose from more than 200 academic options, from short courses, associate degrees, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees to schools specializing in Optometry and Law.
You can study in person or at a distance with our online academic offer.
Financial Assistance
We have the financial aid you need for your academic preparation. Learn more about our scholarships and loans.
Application for Admission or Readmission
Access the link of the application for admission or readmission you are interested in. You can apply for admission as a new, transfer or special student.
Spiritual Life
In our portal you will have the opportunity to navigate to sections of informative interest and spiritual content, as well as learn a little about the religious life component of our institution. Inter-American University of Puerto Rico, since its beginnings as the Polytechnic Institute of Puerto Rico in San Germán (1912), has been a non-profit educational institution, Christian and ecumenical in nature. For more than a century of productive history, Inter-American has strived to maintain a genuine commitment to its Christian heritage, which has led it to make important developments in the study and practice of the Christian faith.
Our campuses and the Aviation program
Our university has a campus for you, select one for more information.
News
Twins who entered college at 13 graduate from Interamericana with honors
San Juan, June 16, 2026 – Twin brothers Ibrahim Jemuel Cruz Nieves and Isaac Jemuel Cruz Nieves, who captured Puerto Rico's attention by entering college at just 13 years old, received their degrees today
Interamerican University Graduation Ceremonies Begin
The Guayama Campus Stands Out with Over 800 Graduates from Distance Learning Programs San Juan, May 28, 2026 – The Inter American University of Puerto Rico begins its 2026 commencement ceremonies today.
Puerto Rican Children's Book Recognized Among Best Environmental Books in the United States at the 2026 Green Earth Book Awards
Bayamón, April 22, 2026 – The Caribbean Manatee Conservation Center of Inter American University of Puerto Rico proudly announced that its bilingual children's book, Saving a Giant Marine Vegetarian and His Salad,
Institutional Mission
Our mission is to provide post-secondary and higher education in the arts and sciences through teaching, research and community service within an ecumenical Christian context. We also offer educational programs at the preschool, elementary and secondary levels.