Quick Summary
Since 1933, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL) has been one of Mexico's prominent publics, based in San Nicolás de los Garza. Ranked #951-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 217000 students including 1.2% from outside Mexico. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UANL is the third-largest university in Mexico, offering massive scale, industry integration in Monterrey, and low tuition fees.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringMechanical EngineeringMedicineChemistrySocial Sciences
Founded1933
TypePublic
Total Students217000
Intl Students1.2%
Faculty Ratio28.5
CampusUrban/Multi-campus
Campus Size2100
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Universitario Dr. José Eleuterio González
AccreditationSecretaría de Educación Pública (SEP), CIEES, COPAES, ABET (Engineering programs)
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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
High School, Undergraduate, Specializations, Master's, PhD
Programs
54
PhD Programs
UANL Virtual offers 15 undergraduate and 12 graduate programs
Online Programs
Centro de Investigación e Innovación en Ingeniería Aeronáutica (CIIIA), Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Ciencias de la Salud (CIDICS)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Secretaría de Educación Pública (SEP), CIEES, COPAES, ABET (Engineering programs)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA8
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 10
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prepare extensively for the EXANI-II exam; local candidates should focus on high school GPA as it carries significant weight.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Mexican Peso
UG Tuition
$21,000/yr
per year · MXN
Living Cost
$125,000/yr
per year · MXN
PG Tuition
$45,000/yr
per year · MXN
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$146,950/yr
tuition + living + essentials · MXN
Scholarships AvailableBeca de Escolaridad, Beca para Hijos de Trabajadores, Beca por Mérito Académico
Avg Scholarship$600
Financial AidFederal and State government grants available for low-income students
Work-StudyYes, available through internal administrative departments
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from High School, Undergraduate, Specializations, Master's, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Architecture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with the industrial cluster in Monterrey
Industry Connections
TerniumKia MotorsCEMEXHeineken MexicoBanorte
Notable Alumni
Alfonso Reyes, Reyes Tamez Guerra, José Antonio González Treviño
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Limited on-campus; primarily off-campus student residences
Sports Facilities
Estadio Universitario, Aquatic Center, Gymnasium 'M.G.V.'
Student Clubs
Over 60 student associations, including Robotics, Debate, and Theater
Library Resources
Capilla Alfonsina Biblioteca Universitaria, Magna Biblioteca Raul Rangel Frias
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Santander Universities, bilateral agreements with over 30 countries
Summer Programs
Verano de la Investigación Científica y Tecnológica