Private Catholic university in Puerto Rico offering diverse programs from associate to master's degrees.
UCB offers a comprehensive range of academic programs organized into three colleges: Colegio de Artes Liberales, Humanidades y Educación (Liberal Arts, Humanities, and Education); Colegio de Ciencias y Profesiones de la Salud (Sciences and Health Professions); and Colegio de Desarrollo Empresarial y Tecnología (Business Development and Technology). Students can pursue associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, graduate certificates, and specialized programs through the Escuela Graduada de Teología y Ministerio. The university emphasizes student-centered education and offers both in-person and online learning modalities.
The university maintains a green, suburban campus in Bayamón with modern facilities including a gymnasium, sports areas, and contemporary classrooms and laboratories. Student life is enriched through extracurricular activities, student organizations, and pastoral services. The campus library (Biblioteca CRAAI) provides access to physical and digital resources, including virtual databases through COBIMET. Support services include counseling centers, mentoring programs, and free tutoring to promote student success.
UCB maintains open enrollment throughout the year and welcomes military service members and veterans to use their educational benefits. The admissions office is located at P.O. Box 1725, Bayamón, P.R. 00960-1725, with office hours Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. The university provides comprehensive student support through financial aid services, academic advising, and specialized services for students with disabilities.
Following the spirit of Saint Thomas Aquinas, UCB is committed to developing students as professionals and leaders grounded in Christian humanist values. The university's mission emphasizes integral student development through academic excellence and social commitment. In October 2019, the institution received over $6 million in federal funding. The university is recognized by the Catholic Church's Congregation for Catholic Education and maintains accreditation from the Council of Higher Education of Puerto Rico.