Quick Summary
Based in Bahía Blanca, Argentina, Universidad Nacional del Sur is a public with roots dating back to 1956. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 28500 students including 2.1% from outside Argentina. Known for strengths in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Agronomy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 100%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is one of the most prestigious research-oriented public universities in Argentina, offering free education with world-class facilities in engineering and chemistry.
Subject Strengths
ChemistryChemical EngineeringAgronomyGeology
Founded1956
TypePublic
Total Students28500
Intl Students2.1%
Faculty Ratio16.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size155 acres
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Municipal de Agudos Dr. Leónidas Lucero
AccreditationCONEAU (Argentina)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Engineering,Biochemistry,Geology,History,Law,Computer Science,Economics,Medicine
Programs
Doctorate in Chemistry,Doctorate in Biology,Doctorate in Engineering,Doctorate in History,Doctorate in Computer Science
PhD Programs
Gestión Universitaria (Hybrid),Continuing Education Courses
Online Programs
CCT CONICET Bahía Blanca,PLAPIQUI,INIBIBB,IIESS,IFISUR
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
CONEAU (Argentina)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate100%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December
SPRINGApplication Deadline · July
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Undergraduate admission is open, but students must pass a leveling course (Nivelación) in mathematics and logic depending on the department.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Argentine Peso
Living Cost
$4,600,000/yr
per year · ARS
PG Tuition
$1,850,000/yr
per year · ARS
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$6,450,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · ARS
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$450
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Engineering,Biochemistry,Geology,History,Law,Computer Science,Economics,Medicine programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Agronomy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Health Sciences | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong internship programs with the local petrochemical hub and agricultural sector.
Industry Connections
Pampa EnergíaDow ArgentinaProfertilCargill
Notable Alumni
Ricardo Echegaray,Virginia García,Academic Researchers in Petrochemistry
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Complex with outdoor courts, football pitch, and indoor gym.
Student Clubs
Academic circles, sports clubs, and student political unions (Centros de Estudiantes).
Library Resources
Centralized library system with over 200,000 volumes and digital database access.
Exchange Programs
PAME, MAGMA, ERASMUS+, and bilateral agreements with universities in Spain and France.
Summer Programs
Not Available