Quick Summary
Universidad de Guadalajara, in Guadalajara, Mexico, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1791. Ranked #851-900 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 330000 students including 1.5% from outside Mexico. Known for strengths in Arts and Humanities, Life Sciences & Medicine, Social Sciences and Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is one of Mexico's most prestigious public universities, offering a vast array of programs and a vibrant cultural life in Guadalajara.
Subject Strengths
Arts and HumanitiesLife Sciences & MedicineSocial Sciences and Management
Founded1791
TypePublic
Total Students330000
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio14.8
CampusDecentralized Network
Campus Size2100 acres
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Civil de Guadalajara Fray Antonio Alcalde, Hospital Civil de Guadalajara Juan I. Menchaca
AccreditationCOPAES, CIEES, SEP, National Quality Graduate Program (PNPC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#851-900
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
High School, Associate Degree, Bachelors, Masters, PhD, Specializations
Programs
65
PhD Programs
15
Online Programs
52
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
COPAES, CIEES, SEP, National Quality Graduate Program (PNPC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February 28
SPRINGApplication Deadline · September 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prepare extensively for the PAA (Prueba de Aptitud Académica) as it and high school GPA are the primary admission factors.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Mexican Peso
UG Tuition
$17,000/yr
per year · MXN
Living Cost
$144,000/yr
per year · MXN
PG Tuition
$56,000/yr
per year · MXN
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$162,300/yr
tuition + living + essentials · MXN
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from High School, Associate Degree, Bachelors, Masters, PhD, Specializations programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Architecture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$11,500
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory social service and professional internship programs integrated into the curriculum.
Industry Connections
Strong links with the Guadalajara Tech HubIBMIntelContinentaland local healthcare systems.
Notable Alumni
Guillermo del Toro, Sergio Pitol, Alejandro González Iñárritu (Honoris Causa), Mariano Azuela
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Leones Negros Stadium, Olympic Pool, multiple gimnasios and multi-sport complexes.
Student Clubs
Over 100 cultural, political, artistic, and community service organizations.
Library Resources
Public Library of the State of Jalisco 'Juan José Arreola' and a network of 200+ specialized libraries.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available