Quick Summary
Universidad Nacional de Córdoba is a public founded in 1613, located in Córdoba, Argentina. Ranked #401-410 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 135000 students including 3.5% from outside Argentina. Known for strengths in Medicine, Law, Social Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 80%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UNC is the oldest university in Argentina and one of the most prestigious in Latin America, offering tuition-free high-quality education.
Subject Strengths
MedicineLawSocial SciencesAgricultural SciencesHumanities
Founded1613
TypePublic
Total Students135000
Intl Students3.5%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusUrban
Campus Size100 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Nacional de Clínicas,Hospital Universitario de Maternidad y Neonatología
AccreditationCONEAU (Argentina)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#401-410
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
Undergraduate Degrees,Specializations,Master's Degrees,Doctoral Programs,Vocational Training
Programs
55
PhD Programs
12
Online Programs
85
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
CONEAU (Argentina)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate80%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · June 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students must have their secondary school credentials validated by the Argentine Ministry of Education and demonstrate Spanish proficiency.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Argentine Peso
Living Cost
$4,900,000/yr
per year · ARS
PG Tuition
$1,850,000/yr
per year · ARS
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$6,750,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · ARS
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$900
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate Degrees,Specializations,Master's Degrees,Doctoral Programs,Vocational Training programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Economic Sciences | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$11,500
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementModerate to High
Industry Connections
Strong collaboration with the regional technology hub and agricultural sectors.
Notable Alumni
Santiago Derqui,José Figueroa Alcorta,Arturo Umberto Illia,Dalmacio Vélez Sarsfield
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Available
Student Clubs
true
Library Resources
20 specialized libraries and the National Library of the University (Biblioteca Mayor).
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available