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Metropolitan Autonomous University

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world rank  1017

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Overview

Established in 1974, the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (Metropolitan Autonomous University) 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 Azcapzalco, Iztapalapa, Cuajimalpa, Xochimilco and Lerma. Officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (Secretariat of Public Education of Mexico), Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Mexican higher education institution. Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 50-year-old Mexican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this Mexican higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UAM 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

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Metropolitan Autonomous University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Profile

Name (English)
Name Metropolitan Autonomous University
Colours Black and white
Mascot Panther
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Campus Location

Address Prolongación Canal de Miramontes, 3855
Mexico City
14387 Mexico City
Mexico
Metropolitan Autonomous University Phone Number +52 (55) 5483 4000 ext 1691
Metropolitan Autonomous University Fax Number +52 (55) 5483 4000 ext 1658
Other locations Azcapzalco, Iztapalapa, Cuajimalpa, Xochimilco and Lerma

Metropolitan Autonomous University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

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 Metropolitan Autonomous University'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 Metropolitan Autonomous University's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

here. In case they are not available yet, you can search for them using our powered by Google. We continually update our database with university programs and courses worldwide, thanks to the assistance of university representatives.

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 represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Metropolitan Autonomous University'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 Metropolitan Autonomous University.

Metropolitan Autonomous University: 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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Admission Info

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 Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic Metropolitan Autonomous University's admission information.

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Metropolitan Autonomous University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Metropolitan Autonomous University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Metropolitan Autonomous University's acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this institution a very selective higher education institution.


Metropolitan Autonomous University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Metropolitan Autonomous University has more than 500 international students.

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Admission Office Admission Office

Prol. Canal de Miramontes No 3855
Mexico City 14387
(55) 5483 4000 ext 1618


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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Metropolitan Autonomous University.

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Metropolitan Autonomous University has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Metropolitan Autonomous University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 2,500-2,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Metropolitan Autonomous University's Control Type Control Type

Metropolitan Autonomous University is a public higher education institution.


Metropolitan Autonomous University's Entity Type Entity Type

Metropolitan Autonomous University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Metropolitan Autonomous University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Metropolitan Autonomous University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Quarters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Metropolitan Autonomous University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

Curious about the most prevalent university facilities and services? Delve into our two guide articles on University Facilities and University Services for more insights.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Metropolitan Autonomous University's main facilities:


Metropolitan Autonomous University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Metropolitan Autonomous University's Library


Metropolitan Autonomous University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Metropolitan Autonomous University'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 Metropolitan Autonomous University's main services:


Metropolitan Autonomous University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Metropolitan Autonomous University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Metropolitan Autonomous University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Metropolitan Autonomous University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1974


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Metropolitan Autonomous University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

University affiliations and memberships with external organizations can hold significance for various reasons... explore our article on university affiliations and memberships for further insights.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Metropolitan Autonomous University'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)

Academic Divisions

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 Divisions

uniRank shows a diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Metropolitan Autonomous University '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 Metropolitan Autonomous University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Facebook page Metropolitan Autonomous University's official Facebook page

Twitter Twitter

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Twitter page Metropolitan Autonomous University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Metropolitan Autonomous University's YouTube channel Metropolitan Autonomous University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Metropolitan Autonomous University's Instagram page Metropolitan Autonomous University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Metropolitan Autonomous University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.

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