You are at a key and decisive moment in your life

Choosing the university you will attend to pursue your career is a turning point for you and your family. It’s important that you choose a school that can help you face the world, and while you’re at it, take advantage of your Hispanic roots, traditions and language at the University of Puerto Rico.

The University of Puerto Rico is aware of the importance of higher education for Latino populations in the United States and recognizes that it can play an important role in their education. Although these students are  highly interested in getting reacquainted with the Spanish language and with their Hispanic roots, some  are not quite prepared to embark in an academic program offered fully in Spanish. Thus, we offer a limited number of students the opportunity to participate in our special Bilingual Initiative for Latino Students, through which they will enhance their possibilities of a college degree in a first rate University at a very affordable cost.  

As a student at UPR you will get classroom and hands on experience, enjoying the advantages of a full university. Plus, you will have the opportunity to experience life on the beautiful, sunbathed Caribbean. You will also enjoy meeting students who share your Hispanic roots, get acquainted with Puerto Rican culture and traditions, and becoming fluent in Spanish. These are the added benefits of pursuing an education at UPR.

Application Process

This application is exclusive for Latino students living in the United States and coursing the last year of high school or its equivalent. Only three campuses participating on this Initiative: Río Piedras, Humacao and Cayey. Before filling out the application, please read the criteria for admissions section to make sure you meet the requirements. All applicants must take the required SAT or ACT exam and request that their scores be submitted directly to the University of Puerto Rico. Applicants must also request their High School to send an official copy of their transcripts. All official documents must be sent to the following address:

Bilingual Initiative for Latino Students
Admission Office
Jardín Botánico Sur
1187 Calle Flamboyán
San Juan, PR  00926-1117

When applying online be sure to enclose all the information requested. Notice that you can select three options which can include a combination of different programs on one campus or different campuses.

Apply online now...

Are you a high school student?, apply online now using UPR's Apply-By Web

We will be happy to provide assistance with your application process.

If you have any question concerning this initiative, send an email to bilingual@upr.edu.  You can also call or write to:

Dr. Diana Rivera-Viera
Coordinator Bilingual Initiative
University of Puerto Rico
Office of Students
Jardín Botánico Sur
1187 Calle Flamboyán
San Juan, PR 00926-1117
Telephone (787)250-0000 ext. 2002, 4613