Quick Summary
Since 1962, Universidad La Salle (ULSA) has been one of Mexico's prominent private, catholics, based in Mexico City. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 14500 students including 3% from outside Mexico. Known for strengths in Business & Management, Architecture, Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Focus on humanistic values, strong ethics-based professional training, and a globally recognized brand.
Subject Strengths
Business & ManagementArchitectureEngineeringLawMedicine
Founded1962
TypePrivate, Catholic
Total Students14500
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusUrban
Campus Size12 acres
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Médica Sur, San Angel Inn
AccreditationFIMPES (Federación de Instituciones Mexicanas Particulares de Educación Superior), SEP, ANUIES
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Specializations
Programs
Education, Law, Engineering, Management, Philosophy
PhD Programs
La Salle Online offers various masters and continuing education
Online Programs
Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo (CID), Center for Social Innovation
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
FIMPES (Federación de Instituciones Mexicanas Particulares de Educación Superior), SEP, ANUIES
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA8.0/10.0
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 5
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply early for the EXANI-II exam. Prepare for a personal interview focusing on vocational alignment and social commitment.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Mexican Peso
UG Tuition
$184,000/yr
per year · MXN
Living Cost
$150,000/yr
per year · MXN
PG Tuition
$210,000/yr
per year · MXN
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$335,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · MXN
Scholarships AvailableAcademic Excellence, Socio-economic Support, Sports, Artistic
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidEducational credit programs available via convenio institutions
Work-StudyAvailable for upper-year students in administrative areas
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Specializations programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Architecture | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| International Business | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong clinical and corporate placement programs within Mexico City
Industry Connections
Strong ties with COPARMEXCANACINTRAand major Mexican healthcare networks
Notable Alumni
Víctor Lichtinger (Environmentalist), prominent CEOs in the construction and logistics sectors
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Indoor basketball courts, soccer fields, fitness centers, climbing walls
Student Clubs
Over 40 clubs including Robotics, Debate, Choir, and Social Service groups
Library Resources
Biblioteca Central with access to international digital databases and the Lasallian digital library
Exchange Programs
Part of the IALU (International Association of La Salle Universities) exchange network
Summer Programs
Language immersions and international summer business courses