It is part of the University of Puerto Rico System.

UPR Cayey awards bachelor's degrees.

These programs provide research experience for students of the Natural Sciences, promoting student participation in scientific research.

These programs provide funding and facilitate the experiences of science undergraduate students to do research either locally, at other campuses of Puerto Rico, or in Universities in the U.S.[2] The University houses the Environmental Education Center.

These programs are offered to students such as those taking college courses before completing their secondary education or professionals who wish to take continuing education courses.