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Autonomous University of Chiapas

country rank  33
world rank  2910

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Overview

Founded in 1975, the Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas (Autonomous University of Chiapas) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of Tuxtla Gutiérrez (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Chiapas. This institution also has branch campuses in Comitán, Huehuetán, Pichucalco, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Tapachula, Tonalá, Villaflores, Copainala, Arriaga, Catazaja,Ocozocoautla, Angél Albino Corzo and Pijijiapan. Officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (Secretariat of Public Education of Mexico), Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas (UNACH) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational Mexican higher education institution. Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas (UNACH) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 50-year-old Mexican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UNACH also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Autonomous University of Chiapas's Control Typepublic

Entity

Autonomous University of Chiapas's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Autonomous University of Chiapas' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Autonomous University of Chiapas's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name (English) Autonomous University of Chiapas
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UNACH
Founded 1975
Motto Por la conciencia de la necesidad de servir
For the awareness of the need to serve
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot Ocelots
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University Location

Address Boulevard Belisario Domínguez Km. 1081 Colina Universitaria s/n
Tuxtla Gutiérrez
29050 Chiapas
Mexico
Autonomous University of Chiapas's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Autonomous University of Chiapas Phone Number (961) 617 8000
Autonomous University of Chiapas Fax Number (961) 617 8001
Other locations Comitán, Huehuetán, Pichucalco, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Tapachula, Tonalá, Villaflores, Copainala, Arriaga, Catazaja,Ocozocoautla, Angél Albino Corzo and Pijijiapan

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas.



Autonomous University of Chiapas: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Autonomous University of Chiapas's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Autonomous University of Chiapas's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Autonomous University of Chiapas's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Admission Office Admission Office

Boulevard Belisario Dominguez, km 1081.Colina Universitaria.
Tuxtla Gutierrez 29050
(961)6178000
(961)6150011

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Autonomous University of Chiapas's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 4,500 to 4,999 members.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Not reported.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Autonomous University of Chiapas is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Library University Library

Yes Visit Autonomous University of Chiapas's Library


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Autonomous University of Chiapas's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Autonomous University of Chiapas is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1975


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • COAPEHUM (Consejo para la Acreditación de Programas Educativos en Humanidades)
  • CACECA (Consejo de Acreditación de Ciencias Administrativas, Contables y Afines)
  • CONAET (Consejo Nacional para la Calidad de la Educación Turística AC)
  • CONACE (Consejo Nacional de Acreditación de la Ciencia Económica, A.C.)
  • CIEES (Comités Interinstitucionales para la Evaluación de la Educación Superior)
  • Centro Universidad - Empresa (CEUNE)
  • Centro de Estudios para el Desarrollo Municipal y Políticas Públicas (CEDES)
  • ACCECISO (Asociación para la Acreditación y Certificación de Ciencias Sociales, A.C.)
  • CONFEDE (Consejo Nacional para la Acreditación de Educación Superior en Derecho, A.C.)
  • Centro de Estudios para la Construcción de Ciudadanía y Seguridad (CECOCISE)
  • COMAEM (Consejo Mejicano para la Acreditación de la Educación Médica, A.C.)
  • COMAEF (Consejo Mejicano para la Acreditación de Educación Farmacéutica, A.C.)
  • CIEES (Comités Interinstitucionales para la Evaluación de la Educación Superior)
  • CONAIC (Consejo Nacional de Acreditación en Informática y Computación, A.C.)
  • ANPADEH (Acreditadora Nacional de Programas de Arquitectura y Disciplinas del Espacio Habitable, A.C.)
  • CACEI (Consejo de Acreditación de la Enseñanza de la Ingeniería, A.C.)
  • CAPEM (Consejo de Acreditación de Programas Educativos en Matemáticas, A.C.)
  • CIEES (Comités Interinstitucionales para la Evaluación de la Educación Superior)
  • COMEAA (Comité Mejicano de Acreditación de la Educación Agronómica)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Autonomous University of Chiapas as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Asociación Nacional de Universidades e Instituciones de Educación Superior (ANUIES)
  • Consorcio de Universidades Mexicanas (CUMex)
  • Agencia Mexicana de Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo (AMEXCID)
  • Espacio Común de la Educación Superior (ECOES)
  • Asociación Mexicana Para la Educación Internacional (AMPEI)
  • Asociación Nacional de Instituciones de Educación en Tecnologías de Información (ANIEI)
  • Consortium for North American Higher Education Collaboration (CONAHEC)
  • International Association of Universities (IAU)
  • European Association for International Education (EAIE)
  • Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)
  • Unión de Universidades de América Latina (UDUAL)
  • Consejo Superior Universitario de Centroamérica (CSUCA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


Wikipedia

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