Quick Summary
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Universidad Tecnológica Nacional is a public with roots dating back to 1948. The institution enrolls approximately 185000 students, with 2% being international. Known for strengths in Engineering - Electrical and Electronic, Engineering - Mechanical, Engineering - Civil and Structural, it maintains an acceptance rate of 80%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
The UTN is the only federal university in Argentina specifically dedicated to engineering, offering highly localized industry connections.
Subject Strengths
Engineering - Electrical and ElectronicEngineering - MechanicalEngineering - Civil and StructuralComputer Science and Information Systems
Founded1948
TypePublic
Total Students185000
Intl Students2%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusMulti-campus
Campus Size30 Regional Faculties nationwide
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationCONEAU (Argentina)
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate Engineering, Technical Degrees, Postgraduate Specializations, Master's, PhDs
Programs
PhD in Engineering, PhD in Information Systems, PhD in Applied Sciences
PhD Programs
Distance learning diplomas and postgraduate seminars available
Online Programs
Centro de Investigación en Tecnologías de Información y Comunicación (CETIC), Centro de I+D en Informática y Sistemas (CIDISI)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
CONEAU (Argentina)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate80%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December
SPRINGApplication Deadline · June
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prospective students must complete the 'Seminario Universitario' (entrance course) covering Mathematics, Physics, and University Introduction.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Argentine Peso
Living Cost
$5,000,000/yr
per year · ARS
PG Tuition
$1,600,000/yr
per year · ARS
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$5,000,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · ARS
Scholarships AvailableManuel Belgrano, Progresar, UTN Internal Research Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$600
Financial AidFederal grants and university maintenance scholarships available
Work-StudyPasantías Educativas (Internships) are highly integrated into the curriculum
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate Engineering, Technical Degrees, Postgraduate Specializations, Master's, PhDs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Information Systems Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Industrial Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory for most engineering programs with high industry participation
Industry Connections
Strong ties with TechintYPFINVAPand major manufacturing sectors
Notable Alumni
Leading industrial engineers and CTOs across South America
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Available through regional faculty unions (Inter-faculty competitions)
Student Clubs
Student Centers (CEUT), Junior Achievement projects, Robotics Clubs
Library Resources
Unified Digital Library (BIDI) and individual physical libraries at each of the 30 faculties
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, DAAD programs, and agreements with universities in France, Germany, and Brazil
Summer Programs
Not Available