The College of Natural Sciences of the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus was established in 1943, in the city of San Juan in the central northern area of the island.
With a large student body, the college provides one of the best educations in science in Latin America with degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Mathematics, and Physics.
The college annually admits approximately 2,700 students, including those who continue graduate studies at the Medical Sciences Campus.
Those students who transfer to the Medical Sciences Campus will be part of any of the following programs:
- Medical Technology
- Nuclear Medicine Technology
- Veterinary Medicine Technology
One of our goals is to increase the number of students who go on to graduate studies either at our campus or outside. About 300 students annually go on to graduate studies in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. At our college, there are doctoral programs available in Biology, Mathematics, and Physics Chemistry.
We are very proud of our students, of whom about 1,980 have graduated from our programs between 1995 and 2000.
- 1,578 students graduated with a bachelor's degree
- 102 students earned their master's degree, and
- 59 students received a doctorate degree
The College of Natural Sciences has been distinguished for offering our students a high-quality education. Thanks to this, a large percentage of our students are prepared to continue doctoral studies in many fields of research.
During the past 30 years, the College of Natural Sciences has undergone a dramatic evolution. Our students not only pursue studies in Medicine, but are also well prepared to enter professions which involve other areas of research. Likewise, they are well trained to pursue graduate studies in science related fields.
Throughout its history, the college has made a great impact in science and technology in Puerto Rico and is well positioned to be increasingly competitive in research and education at an international level.