Quick Summary
Situated in Puebla, Mexico, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla is a public established in 1578. Ranked #951-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 118000 students including 1.5% from outside Mexico. Known for strengths in Physics, Astronomy, Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
BUAP offers high-quality public education with a strong emphasis on research and community impact, being the premier institution in Southeast Mexico.
Subject Strengths
PhysicsAstronomyMedicineEngineeringModern Languages
Founded1578
TypePublic
Total Students118000
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusUrban/Multiple Campus
Campus Size250 acres
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Universitario de Puebla (HUP)
Accreditationundefined
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#951-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201–1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Specialty Programs, Preparatory High School
Programs
Doctorate in Physics, Doctorate in Chemistry, Doctorate in Biological Sciences, Doctorate in Strategic Planning
PhD Programs
BUAP Virtual: Business Administration, Law, Communication
Online Programs
Instituto de Ciencias (ICUAP), Instituto de Física 'Luis Rivera Terrazas', Centro de Química
Research Centers
High
Research Output
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Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS6.0 (for English-taught programs/exchanges)
TOEFL80 iBT (for specific postgraduate/exchanges)
Min GPA8.0/10.0
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is based heavily on the EXANI-II exam score; ensure high marks in mathematics and language. For medicine, the cutoff is extremely high.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Mexican Peso
UG Tuition
$4,500/yr
per year · MXN
Living Cost
$85,000/yr
per year · MXN
PG Tuition
$27,000/yr
per year · MXN
Application Fee
$45
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$90,350/yr
tuition + living + essentials · MXN
Scholarships AvailableBeca Alimenticia, Beca Académica, Beca Socioeconómica, Beca de Excelencia
Avg Scholarship$500
Financial AidFederal and State government grants available for low-income students
Work-StudyAvailable through university departments and administrative offices
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Specialty Programs, Preparatory High School programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Architecture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Graphic Design | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Mechatronics Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$9,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with automotive and manufacturing sectors in Puebla
Industry Connections
Volkswagen de MéxicoAudi MéxicoSchneider ElectricTernium
Notable Alumni
Melquiades Morales Flores, Blanca Alcalá, Guillermo Arriaga
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
No (University does not provide dormitories, but local housing is abundant)
Sports Facilities
Complejo Deportivo de Ciudad Universitaria, Olympic Pool, Soccer Stadium
Student Clubs
Robotics Club, Debate Club, Cultural Dance Groups, University Orchestra
Library Resources
Biblioteca Central Universitaria, Digital Repository, Specialized Faculty Libraries
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, PAME, Santander Universities, bilateral agreements with 300+ global institutions
Summer Programs
Verano de la Investigación Científica, Language Immersion Programs