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Est. 1821
Public

Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA)

"Argentum virtus robur et studium"
🌍 Argentina ◯ Buenos Aires ◍ 4.5% international ⬡ South America
Last updated: September 5, 2026
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QS World 2026
#71
Global Ranking
Acceptance
100 (open admission — no selective entrance exam; the Ciclo Básico Común (CBC) first-year program serves as the actual academic filter)
Students
320000
Tuition/yr
Not Available
Employed
85%
Faculty Ratio
23
Quick Summary

Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA) is a public with roots dating back to 1821. Ranked #71 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 320000 students including 4.5% from outside Argentina. Known for strengths in Arts and Humanities, Law, Modern Languages, it maintains an acceptance rate of 100 (open admission — no selective entrance exam; the Ciclo Básico Común (CBC) first-year program serves as the actual academic filter).

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Institutional Profile
Who they are

Tuition-free at the undergraduate level for citizens and residents alike, UBA has produced five Nobel laureates while operating without a single central campus, its faculties woven directly into Buenos Aires' urban fabric.

Subject Strengths
Arts and HumanitiesLawModern LanguagesSociologyAnatomy & PhysiologyAnthropology
Founded1821
TypePublic
Total Students320000
Intl Students4.5%
Faculty Ratio23
CampusUrban/City-wide
Campus SizeDistributed Urban
Affiliated HospitalsHospital de Clínicas José de San Martín, Instituto de Oncología Ángel Roffo, Instituto de Investigaciones Médicas Alfredo Lanari
AccreditationCONEAU (National Commission for University Evaluation and Accreditation)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#71
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601–800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctorate, Specialized Courses
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Yes (UBA XXI)
Online Programs
Over 60 research institutes and centers of excellence, many in partnership with CONICET
Research Centers
A major research volume producer for the region — its QS rank (71) outpaces several higher-tuition private universities — though its ARWU band (201-300) reflects Latin America's comparatively lower share of high-impact publications.
Research Output
CONEAU (National Commission for University Evaluation and Accreditation)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate100 (open admission — no selective entrance exam; the Ciclo Básico Común (CBC) first-year program serves as the actual academic filter)
IELTSNot required for admission
TOEFLNot required for admission
Min GPANot applicable — UBA does not use a GPA-based admission threshold
GRENot required for admission
GMATNot required for admission
SATNot required for admission
ACTNot required for admission
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February/March
SPRINGApplication Deadline · July
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission to undergraduate programs is open but requires the completion of the Ciclo Básico Común (CBC), which acts as a rigorous filter. International students must provide a Spanish proficiency certificate (CELU or SIELE).

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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Argentine Peso
Living Cost
$6,500,000/yr
per year · ARS
PG Tuition
$2,500,000/yr
per year · ARS
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$9,000,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · ARS
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$500
Financial AidYes (Available through UBA and national programs like Beca Manuel Belgrano)
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctorate, Specialized Courses programs total
ProgramLevelDuration
MedicineBACHELOR3-4 YRS
LawMASTER1-2 YRS
ArchitecturePHD3-5 YRS
EngineeringMBA12-24 MO
PsychologyBACHELOR3-4 YRS
EconomicsMASTER1-2 YRS
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,000
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Extensive ties with public and private sectors in Argentina and Latin America
Notable Alumni
Che Guevara, Carlos Saavedra Lamas, Bernardo Houssay, Luis Federico Leloir, César Milstein, Adolfo Pérez Esquivel (5 Nobel Laureates)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
No (University does not provide dormitories; students rent privately)
Sports Facilities
UBA Sports Field (Ciudad Universitaria), various internal campus facilities
Student Clubs
Diverse student unions (centros de estudiantes) and political/cultural groups
Library Resources
Over 20 specialized libraries across different faculties
Exchange Programs
Yes (Global agreements with universities in Europe, Americas, and Asia)
Summer Programs
Available
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What sets it apart
The Ciclo Básico Común (CBC) serves as a unique entry system; the university is completely tuition-free for both citizens and permanent residents at the undergraduate level; it operates without a central campus, integrated into the urban fabric of Buenos Aires.
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Funding
Scholarships matched to Argentina

Below is a curated index of international funding opportunities and external scholarship programs that eligible students may apply for when attending this institution.

UBA Research Scholarships (Becas de Investigación UBA) Varies by category (Stimulus, Master, Doctoral, or Post-Doctoral) Deadline: Usually May or June (Annual) → CONICET Doctoral and Postdoctoral Scholarships (Becas CONICET) Fully Funded Varies; monthly stipend indexed to Argentine civil service scales (approx. 600,000 - 900,000 ARS) Deadline: Usually July or August annually → Open Society Foundations Fellowships and Grants Fully Funded Full financial coverage including tuition and stipends Deadline: Varies by specific fellowship program (typically January to May) → WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarships (PBS) for Nature Conservation Up to CHF 10,000 (Swiss Francs) Deadline: January 15 (Annual) → WHO Internship Programme Fully Funded Varies by duty station (Based on the cost of living at the specific WHO office) Deadline: Rolling / Varies by specific vacancy notice → UNICEF Internship Programme Fully Funded Varies by location (Based on local cost of living) Deadline: Rolling (Varies by specific vacancy notice) → View all Argentina scholarships →
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Questions
Answered
What is the acceptance rate?+
Approximately 100 (open admission — no selective entrance exam; the Ciclo Básico Común (CBC) first-year program serves as the actual academic filter) at Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA).
What English score do I need?+
Requirements: IELTS Not required for admission · TOEFL Not required for admission.
How much does it cost per year?+
Estimated total cost is $9,000,000/yr per year including tuition and living.
Are scholarships available?+
Available
What is the application deadline?+
Fall: February/March. Spring: July.
Can I work while studying?+
Available
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