University of the Commonwealth Caribbean Rankings
| Ranking | Category |
|---|---|
| #7322 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #470 of 1,756 | In Latin America |
| #4 of 6 | In Jamaica |
| #2 of 3 | In Kingston |
| #6228 of 6,281 | For Sociology |
| #6234 of 6,338 | For Law |
| #6328 of 6,450 | For Political Science |
| #6810 of 6,939 | For Liberal Arts & Social Sciences |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 82%
- Enrollment
- 15,000
- Type
- For-profit
- Funding
- Private
- Website
- ucc.edu.jm
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 82% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Competitive admission |
| Academic Calendar | Semesters |
| Enrollment | 15,000 |
We've calculated the 82% acceptance rate for University of the Commonwealth Caribbean based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of the Commonwealth Caribbean has published 100 scientific papers with 780 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Political Science, Sociology, Law, Environmental Science, Geography and Cartography, Business, Biology, and Economics.
University of the Commonwealth Caribbean majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 | 2 |
| 1991 | 0 | 5 |
| 1992 | 0 | 2 |
| 1993 | 1 | 2 |
| 1994 | 1 | 8 |
| 1995 | 0 | 8 |
| 1996 | 0 | 8 |
| 1997 | 0 | 6 |
| 1998 | 0 | 15 |
| 1999 | 0 | 6 |
| 2000 | 0 | 11 |
| 2001 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | 0 | 9 |
| 2003 | 0 | 4 |
| 2004 | 0 | 4 |
| 2005 | 0 | 6 |
| 2006 | 0 | 2 |
| 2007 | 2 | 5 |
| 2008 | 0 | 7 |
| 2009 | 1 | 8 |
| 2010 | 0 | 11 |
| 2011 | 2 | 19 |
| 2012 | 0 | 11 |
| 2013 | 0 | 10 |
| 2014 | 5 | 4 |
| 2015 | 1 | 12 |
| 2016 | 1 | 11 |
| 2017 | 6 | 10 |
| 2018 | 13 | 9 |
| 2019 | 5 | 33 |
| 2020 | 18 | 42 |
| 2021 | 8 | 132 |
| 2022 | 15 | 129 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of the Commonwealth Caribbean gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (JMD) | Tuition Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Administration | 1,200,000 | 8,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Information Technology | 1,500,000 | 10,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing | 1,800,000 | 12,000 |
| Master of Business Administration | 1,800,000 | 12,000 |
| Master of Science in Information Technology | 2,000,000 | 13,300 |
| Doctor of Business Administration | 3,000,000 | 20,000 |
Currency: Jamaican Dollars (JMD)
The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean has financial aid programs.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of the Commonwealth Caribbean.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | No | No | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | No | No | No |
| Environmental Science | No | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | No | No | No |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | No |
General information
| Alternative names | UCC |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2004 |
| Motto | Fostering Leadership and Innovation |
| Colors | blue, white, yellow |
Location and contacts
| Address | Kingston Jamaica |
|---|---|
| City population | 580,000 |
| Phone | +1 (876) 906 3000 |