Quick Summary
Private in Mexico City, Mexico — Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México, est. 1946. Ranked #641-650 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 5600 students including 4% from outside Mexico. Known for strengths in Economics, Business & Management Studies, Accounting & Finance, it maintains an acceptance rate of 28%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier institution for Economics and Business in Latin America with elite networking opportunities
Subject Strengths
EconomicsBusiness & Management StudiesAccounting & FinanceSocial Policy & Administration
Founded1946
TypePrivate
Total Students5600
Intl Students4%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusUrban
Campus Size10 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationAACSB, EQUIS, AMBA, FIMPES
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#641-650
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Masters, PhD, Executive Education
Programs
PhD in Economics, PhD in Business Administration
PhD Programs
Graduate Certificates, Executive Education Courses
Online Programs
Centro de Investigación Económica (CIE), Centro de Estudios de Competitividad, Centro de Energía y Recursos Naturales
Research Centers
High
Research Output
AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA, FIMPES
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate28%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA8.0/10.0
GRERequired for PhD Economics
GMATRequired for MBA
SAT1250
ACT26
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
A high score on the PAA (Prueba de Aptitud Académica) is critical. Quantitative skills are highly valued.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Mexican Peso
UG Tuition
$290,000/yr
per year · MXN
Living Cost
$180,000/yr
per year · MXN
PG Tuition
$360,000/yr
per year · MXN
Application Fee
$85
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$471,700/yr
tuition + living + essentials · MXN
Scholarships AvailableBeca de Excelencia, Beca de Manutención, Beca Miguel Mancera
Avg Scholarship$6,000
Financial AidEducational loans and credit systems available
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Masters, PhD, Executive Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Economics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Business Administration | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Actuarial Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Political Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| International Relations | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$32,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementVery High
Industry Connections
Strong links with the Central Bank of Mexicofinancial institutionsand global consulting firms
Notable Alumni
Luis Videgaray, Agustín Carstens, José Antonio Meade, Felipe Calderón
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, Multi-purpose courts, Fitness center
Student Clubs
Student Council (CEITAM), various academic and social societies
Library Resources
Raúl Baillères Jr. Library, specialized electronic databases
Exchange Programs
100+ partner universities including Wharton, LSE, and HEC Paris
Summer Programs
Available