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Overview

Founded in 1975, the Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas (Autonomous University of Chiapas) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of Tuxtla Gutiérrez (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Chiapas. This institution also has branch campuses in Comitán, Huehuetán, Pichucalco, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Tapachula, Tonalá, Villaflores, Copainala, Arriaga, Catazaja,Ocozocoautla, Angél Albino Corzo and Pijijiapan. Officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (Secretariat of Public Education of Mexico), Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas (UNACH) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational Mexican higher education institution. Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas (UNACH) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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 49-year-old Mexican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UNACH also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Profile

Name
Name (English) Autonomous University of Chiapas
Acronym UNACH
Founded 1975
Motto Por la conciencia de la necesidad de servir
For the awareness of the need to serve
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot Ocelots
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Campus Location

Address Boulevard Belisario Domínguez Km. 1081 Colina Universitaria s/n
Tuxtla Gutiérrez
29050 Chiapas
Mexico
Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas Phone Number +52 (961) 617 8000
Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas Fax Number +52 (961) 617 8001
Other locations Comitán, Huehuetán, Pichucalco, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Tapachula, Tonalá, Villaflores, Copainala, Arriaga, Catazaja,Ocozocoautla, Angél Albino Corzo and Pijijiapan

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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 Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas'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 Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's academic range and degree level offering.




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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 Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas'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 Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas.

Autonomous University of Chiapas: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
International
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's admission information.

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Admission Office Admission Office

Boulevard Belisario Dominguez, km 1081.Colina Universitaria.
Tuxtla Gutierrez 29050
(961)6178000
(961)6150011

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. 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 Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas.

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas has an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Control Type Control Type

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas is a public higher education institution.


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Not reported


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Continuous type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas 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 Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's main facilities:


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Library


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas'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 Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's main services:


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


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.


Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1975


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • COAPEHUM (Consejo para la Acreditación de Programas Educativos en Humanidades)
  • CACECA (Consejo de Acreditación de Ciencias Administrativas, Contables y Afines)
  • CONAET (Consejo Nacional para la Calidad de la Educación Turística AC)
  • CONACE (Consejo Nacional de Acreditación de la Ciencia Económica, A.C.)
  • CIEES (Comités Interinstitucionales para la Evaluación de la Educación Superior)
  • Centro Universidad - Empresa (CEUNE)
  • Centro de Estudios para el Desarrollo Municipal y Políticas Públicas (CEDES)
  • ACCECISO (Asociación para la Acreditación y Certificación de Ciencias Sociales, A.C.)
  • CONFEDE (Consejo Nacional para la Acreditación de Educación Superior en Derecho, A.C.)
  • Centro de Estudios para la Construcción de Ciudadanía y Seguridad (CECOCISE)
  • COMAEM (Consejo Mejicano para la Acreditación de la Educación Médica, A.C.)
  • COMAEF (Consejo Mejicano para la Acreditación de Educación Farmacéutica, A.C.)
  • CIEES (Comités Interinstitucionales para la Evaluación de la Educación Superior)
  • CONAIC (Consejo Nacional de Acreditación en Informática y Computación, A.C.)
  • ANPADEH (Acreditadora Nacional de Programas de Arquitectura y Disciplinas del Espacio Habitable, A.C.)
  • CACEI (Consejo de Acreditación de la Enseñanza de la Ingeniería, A.C.)
  • CAPEM (Consejo de Acreditación de Programas Educativos en Matemáticas, A.C.)
  • CIEES (Comités Interinstitucionales para la Evaluación de la Educación Superior)
  • COMEAA (Comité Mejicano de Acreditación de la Educación Agronómica)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas'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)
  • Agencia Mexicana de Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo (AMEXCID)
  • Espacio Común de la Educación Superior (ECOES)
  • Asociación Mexicana Para la Educación Internacional (AMPEI)
  • Asociación Nacional de Instituciones de Educación en Tecnologías de Información (ANIEI)
  • Consortium for North American Higher Education Collaboration (CONAHEC)
  • International Association of Universities (IAU)
  • European Association for International Education (EAIE)
  • Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)
  • Unión de Universidades de América Latina (UDUAL)
  • Consejo Superior Universitario de Centroamérica (CSUCA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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