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Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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Overview

Established in 1551, the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (National Autonomous University of Mexico) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Mexico City (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in Ensenada, Morelos, Juriquilla, Temixco, Morelia and Mérida. Officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (Secretariat of Public Education of Mexico), Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Mexican higher education institution. Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) 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 473-year-old Mexican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNAM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) National Autonomous University of Mexico
Acronym UNAM
Founded 1551
Motto Por mi raza hablará el espíritu
The Spirit will speak for my race
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot Puma
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address Ciudad Universitaria
Mexico City
04510 Mexico City
Mexico
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México Phone Number +52 (55) 5622 1280
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México Fax Number +52 (55) 5616 0030
Other locations Ensenada, Morelos, Juriquilla, Temixco, Morelia and Mérida

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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 Nacional Autónoma de México'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 Nacional Autónoma de México's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

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 Nacional Autónoma de México'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 Nacional Autónoma de México.

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
Not reported Not reported
International
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 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 Nacional Autónoma de México's admission information.

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

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


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

National Autonomous University of Mexico has more than 6900 international students.

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Universidad 3000, Torre de Rectoría, Piso 10
Mexico City 04510
(55) 56 22 11 05


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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 Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México.

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of over-5,000 academic employees (Faculty).


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Control Type Control Type

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México is a public higher education institution.


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Entity Type Entity Type

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


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Continuous type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México 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 Nacional Autónoma de México's main facilities:


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México'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 Nacional Autónoma de México's main services:


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México'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.


Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1910


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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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 Nacional Autónoma de México's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU)
  • Asociación Nacional de Universidades e Instituciones de Educación Superior (ANUIES)
  • International Forum of Public Universities (IFPU)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines 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 Nacional Autónoma de México 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Facebook page Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's X (formerly Twitter) page Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's YouTube channel Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Instagram page Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.


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