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Autonomous University of La Laguna

country rank  113
world rank  9034

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Overview

Established in 1988, the Universidad Autónoma de la Laguna (Autonomous University of La Laguna) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Torreón (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Coahuila. This institution also has branch campuses in Gomez Palacio y LerdoDgo, Matamoros y San Pedro and Coah. Officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (Secretariat of Public Education of Mexico), Universidad Autónoma de la Laguna (UAL) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Mexican higher education institution. Universidad Autónoma de la Laguna (UAL) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 36-year-old Mexican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Mexican higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UAL also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Autonomous University of La Laguna's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Autonomous University of La Laguna's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Autonomous University of La Laguna' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Autonomous University of La Laguna's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name (English) Autonomous University of La Laguna
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UAL
Founded 1988
Motto Vencimos al Desierto, Cultivamos el Espíritu
We defeat the desert, cultivated the spirit
Colours Green and gray
Mascot Halcones
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University Location

Address Avenida Universidad s/n, Colonia El Tajito
Torreón
27100 Coahuila
Mexico
Autonomous University of La Laguna's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Autonomous University of La Laguna Phone Number (871) 718 5533
Autonomous University of La Laguna Fax Number (871) 722 2817
Other locations Gomez Palacio y LerdoDgo, Matamoros y San Pedro and Coah

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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 la Laguna 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 la Laguna's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad Autónoma de la Laguna: 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 la Laguna 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 la Laguna.



Autonomous University of La Laguna: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) Not reported

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Autonomous University of La Laguna'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 La Laguna's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


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 La Laguna's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Universidad s/n, Frac. El Tajito
Torreón 27100
(871) 729 0132


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Autonomous University of La Laguna's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Autonomous University of La Laguna 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 La Laguna's Library University Library

Yes Visit Autonomous University of La Laguna's Library


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Housing University Housing

Yes


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Autonomous University of La Laguna's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Autonomous University of La Laguna'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 La Laguna's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1994


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Federación de Instituciones Mexicanas Particulares de Educación Superior (FIMPES)


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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 La Laguna 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

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Autónoma de la Laguna'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)


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

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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