Private Seventh-day Adventist university in Puerto Rico offering undergraduate and graduate programs in arts and sciences.
Antillean Adventist University offers undergraduate studies in arts and sciences, along with graduate programs in arts. The institution provides multiple pathways including associate degrees (2 years), bachelor's degrees (4 years), master's degrees, graduate certificates, and technical programs (11 months in health fields). Recent online offerings include certifications in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Educational Technology, and a Master's in Business Administration with Human Resources specialization, plus Digital Media Marketing programs.
The university occupies 284 acres of mountainous land with views of the Atlantic Ocean. Campus facilities include student residences, a library, dining services, health services, gymnasium, swimming pool, and simulated hospital for nursing programs. The institution emphasizes spiritual growth alongside academic development, with student services including financial aid, counseling, and an institutional wireless network (AWN).
The university traces its roots to Cuba in the early 1900s, becoming established in 1923. Following the Cuban Revolution and the Battle of Santa Clara in December 1958, the institution relocated to Puerto Rico in 1961–1962. The higher education program was licensed by Puerto Rico's Council of Higher Education on August 18, 1989. The university's mission centers on spirituality, excellence, and service, integrating faith-based values throughout student development.
Antillean Adventist University was recognized as the second-ranked university in the southern region of the United States for social mobility and received Carnegie Classification 2025 designation as an Opportunity College and University, reflecting its commitment to student access and success.