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Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla

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world rank  1006

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Overview

Founded in 1587, the Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla (Autonomous University of Puebla) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Puebla (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in Tehuacan, Libres, Huauchinango and Tetela de Ocampo. Officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (Secretariat of Public Education of Mexico), Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla (BUAP) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational Mexican higher education institution. Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla (BUAP) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 436-year-old Mexican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this Mexican higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. BUAP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Control Typepublic

Entity

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Autonomous University of Puebla
Acronym BUAP
Founded 1587
Motto Pensar bien, para vivir mejor
To think well, in order to live better
Colours Royal blue
Mascot Wolves
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University Location

Address Calle 4 Sur No. 104 Edificio Carolino, Colonia Centro
Puebla
72000 Puebla
Mexico
Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla Phone Number +52 (222) 229 5500 Ext 3084
Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla Fax Number +52 (222) 229 5500 Ext 5632
Other locations Tehuacan, Libres, Huauchinango and Tetela de Ocampo

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla.

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
Not reported
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

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Admission Information

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Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this institution a very selective higher education institution.


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Admission Office Admission Office

Edificio Central de la DAE. Ciudad Universitaria. Colonia San Manuel (Entre 24 Sur y Avenida San Claudio)
Puebla 72570
(222) 229 5500


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla.

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla has an enrollment range of 40,000-44,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 4,500-4,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Control Type Control Type

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla is a public higher education institution.


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Entity Type Entity Type

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla is a non-profit higher education institution.


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Continuous type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's main facilities:


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Library


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's main services:


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2001


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Consejo para la Acreditación de la Educación Superior (COPAES)
  • Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnología (CONACYT)
  • Sistema Nacional de Investigadores (SNI)
  • Programa para el mejoramiento del profesorado (PROMEP)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Asociación Nacional de Universidades e Instituciones de Educación Superior (ANUIES)
  • Consorcio de Universidades Mexicanas (CUMEX)

Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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