The Universidad Central del Caribe (UCC) is dedicated to achieving excellence across all its academic programs. The institution strives to maintain a dynamic curriculum that meets accrediting standards while providing students with meaningful opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and core competencies required for their chosen degree. UCC also fosters lifelong learning as a fundamental
value.

At UCC, students are at the heart of every initiative, reflecting the university’s commitment to a culture of excellence in teaching, learning, and student support services that enable it to achieve its academic goals and objectives.

As a specialized health sciences institution, UCC’s mission guides all academic activities. This mission underscores the pursuit of excellence in education, research, and health services, including illness prevention and early detection. Through these efforts, UCC is committed to improving the quality of life in Puerto Rico by delivering services and preparing highly qualified health professionals and biomedical scientists.

ACCREDITATION, APPROVAL AND LICENSURE OF INSTITUTION AND PROGRAMS

The Universidad Central del Caribe is authorized by the Council of Education of Puerto Rico (CE-PR) and is fully accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). A copy of the UCC accreditation documentation, as well as all state and federal agency approvals, is available from the President’s office or by consulting the following links:

CE-PR Licensing status (now JIPS):
Approved license from July 28, 2022, to July 27, 2027; Next visit in 2027.

Complaints: Any person affected by an action by a higher education institution that constitutes a violation of “Reorganization Plan No. 1 of 2010”, as amended, Regulation 8265, or the terms of a license granted by the Council, may present a written complaint at: Calle San José Esq. San Francisco Viejo, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00902-3271, or send it by mail to: PO Box 9023271, San Juan, PR 00902-3271, 787-722-2121.

MSCHE Accreditation status: The Universidad Central del Caribe is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, located at 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. (267-284-5000) www.msche.org. The MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Next visit by March 2027.

UCC MSCHE Accreditation Summary:

  • Phase: Accredited
  • Status: Accreditation Reaffirmed
  • Candidate Status Granted: 1999
  • Accreditation Granted: 2003
  • Last Reaffirmation: 2021
  • Next Self Study Evaluation: 2027-2028

Complaints and Third-Party Comments: The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) provides opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and members of the public to submit information regarding the qualifications for accreditation of its member institutions. The Commission also provides an opportunity for any individual or entity to submit information regarding the Commission’s compliance with its own policies and procedures, as well as requirements for federal recognition or the recognition criteria of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). https://www.msche.org/complaints/

 

LCME Accreditation status:

The Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME). The LCME is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the WFME as the reliable authority for accrediting medical education programs leading to the MD degree. Next accreditation visit by February 2027.

Complaints: The Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) will consider complaints about program quality, third-party comments, and information from public sources. If substantiated, these may constitute noncompliance with accreditation standards or unsatisfactory performance in one or more elements. The LCME will not intervene on behalf of an individual complainant regarding matters such as admission, appointment, promotion, or dismissal of faculty or students. https://lcme.org/contact/complaints/

 

CCE Accreditation status:

The Doctor of Chiropractic degree program at Universidad Central del Caribe is awarded programmatic accreditation by The Council on Chiropractic Education, 9393 N 90th Street, Suite 102-660, Scottsdale, AZ, 85258-5073, Phone: (480) 443-8877, Website: www.cce-usa.org. Next accreditation visit by 2033.

Complaints: The CCE recognizes the value of information provided by students, employees, and others in determining whether a program or institution’s performance is consistent with the CCE Accreditation Standards for obtaining or maintaining accreditation. The CCE’s interest is also to ensure that programs/institutions maintain appropriate grievance procedures and standards of procedural fairness and that the procedures are applied appropriately and consistently. https://www.cce-usa.org/complaint-procedures.html

Professional Licensure Disclosure/Notification Statement Universidad Central del Caribe Doctor of Chiropractic Program

Degree Title: Doctor of Chiropractic

Degree Level: Doctoral

Degree: DC

Pursuant to federal regulation 34 CFR 668.43, Universidad Central del Caribe must provide students with up-to-date information regarding the requirements for obtaining a state chiropractic license. This information is also provided to new students during the admissions process. The UCC Doctor of Chiropractic program meets the licensure requirements in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories.