Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico, Recinto Metropolitano | |
| Type | Private university |
|---|---|
| Established | 1962 |
Parent institution | Inter American University of Puerto Rico |
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) |
| Chancellor | Dr. Alex Casiano |
| Location | San Juan , Puerto Rico , United States |
| Campus | Urban |
| Language | Spanish, English |
| Website | metro |
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The Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Metropolitan Campus (Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico, Recinto Metropolitano) is a private, non-profit university campus in San Juan, Puerto Rico. It is part of the Inter American University of Puerto Rico system and offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs across a range of academic disciplines. The campus emphasizes a broad educational mission serving a diverse student population. "Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico - Recinto Metro" . Retrieved 2026-02-10.
The Metropolitan Campus was established in the early 1960s as an academic unit of the Inter American University of Puerto Rico. Since its founding, it has grown to become one of the largest and most academically diverse campuses in the university system, offering programs that respond to the educational needs of students in the metropolitan San Juan area and beyond. The campus has continuously expanded its academic offerings and facilities throughout its history. "Año 18, Vol. 32 marzo de 2023 Inter Metro" (PDF). Retrieved 2026-02-10.
The Metropolitan Campus is located on Calle Francisco Seín in the Cupey district of San Juan. It operates as part of the larger Inter American University of Puerto Rico system, which includes multiple campuses and professional schools across Puerto Rico. The campus is governed by a chancellor and administrative leadership responsible for academic affairs, student services, and institutional planning. As of 2026, the chancellor of the Metropolitan Campus is Dr. Alex Casiano.
The Metropolitan Campus offers a wide range of academic programs including:
Programs are designed to meet the needs of a diverse student body and reflect current academic and professional standards. "Oferta" . Retrieved 2026-02-10.{{cite web}}: Text "Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico" ignored (help)
The Metropolitan Campus is accredited by the **Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)**, a recognized regional accrediting body in the United States. Its accreditation status was reaffirmed in 2023, and the next self-study evaluation is scheduled for 2030–2031. The campus also holds a license from the Puerto Rico Council of Postsecondary Education, and its individual programs maintain relevant professional and institutional certifications. "Statement of Accreditation Status" . Retrieved 2026-02-10. "Acreditaciones y Certificaciones" . Retrieved 2026-02-10.
The campus supports a range of student services including academic advising, career services, and extracurricular activities. It serves a culturally and academically diverse student population and promotes engagement in academic, civic, and cultural events.
Its main building was built and inaugurated under the administration of Dr. Rafael Cartagena Ródriguez. [1] The campus offers courses in Nursing, Law, Social Work and Teaching. [2]
In 2022, the campus reported having 5,001 students. [3]
In 2023, the campus was in the process of being accredited by the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada. [4]
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