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Explore the uniRank League Table and University Ranking of 126 Universities in Argentina

The Argentine Republic is divided into 23 provinces (Spanish: provincias) and one autonomous city (Spanish: Ciudad Autónoma), Buenos Aires, which serves as the nation's federal capital. The provinces are further subdivided into departments (Spanish: departamentos) and municipalities (Spanish: municipios). A significant number of higher education institutions that meet the uniRank selection criteria are concentrated in both the autonomous city of Buenos Aires and the province of Buenos Aires, located in the eastern part of the country. These are the most densely populated areas in Argentina, with Buenos Aires serving as the largest city and Buenos Aires Province as the most populous. The following uniRank sub-rankings or league tables consider all administrative divisions that have at least one Argentine higher education institution meeting the uniRank selection criteria.

Buenos Aires (31)  
Catamarca (1)  
Chaco (1)  
Chubut (1)  
City of Buenos Aires (38)  
Cordoba (9)  
Corrientes (2)  
Entre Rios (4)  
Formosa (1)  
Jujuy (1)  
La Pampa (1)  
La Rioja (2)  
Mendoza (6)  
Misiones (4)  
Neuquen (1)  
Rio Negro (2)  
Salta (2)  
San Juan (2)  
San Luis (3)  
Santa Cruz (1)  
Santa Fe (7)  
Santiago del Estero (2)  
Tierra del Fuego (1)  
Tucuman (3)  

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Overview of Argentinian Universities

Argentina's higher education system features tuition-free public universities funded by the national government alongside private institutions. The network includes 126 universities classified as comprehensive (offering diverse disciplines) or specialized. Public universities dominate the top rankings, with research being a core focus at leading institutions. Key characteristics include open admission to public universities, strong emphasis on academic freedom and globally recognized degrees in fields like medicine, engineering and social sciences. The system operates under national accreditation standards to ensure quality education.

Top 10 Argentinian Universities

1. Universidad de Buenos Aires (University of Buenos Aires) (UBA)
   #1 in Argentina, #181 globally. Located in Buenos Aires, City of Buenos Aires. Founded 1821. Public research university. Comprehensive. Offers wide-ranging fields including social sciences, medicine, engineering and humanities at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
2. Universidad Nacional de La Plata (National University of La Plata) (UNLP)
   #2 in Argentina, #439 globally. Located in La Plata, Buenos Aires Province. Founded 1905. Public research university. Comprehensive. Features extensive programs in exact sciences, law and architecture across bachelor's to doctoral levels.
3. Universidad Nacional de Córdoba (National University of Córdoba) (UNC)
   #3 in Argentina, #591 globally. Located in Córdoba, Cordoba Province. Founded 1613. Public research university. Comprehensive. South America's oldest university offering multidisciplinary programs from undergraduate to PhD levels.
4. Universidad Tecnológica Nacional (National Technological University) (UTN)
   #4 in Argentina, #674 globally. Located in Buenos Aires, City of Buenos Aires. Founded 1959. Public research university. Specialized in technology. Focuses on engineering and applied sciences at all academic levels.
5. Universidad Nacional de Rosario (National University of Rosario) (UNR)
   #5 in Argentina, #1025 globally. Located in Rosario, Santa Fe Province. Founded 1968. Public research university. Comprehensive. Delivers diverse programs in health sciences, arts and engineering through doctoral studies.
6. Universidad Nacional del Litoral (National University of Litoral) (UNL)
   #6 in Argentina, #1211 globally. Located in Santa Fe, Santa Fe Province. Founded 1919. Public research university. Comprehensive. Offers programs in biochemistry, law and environmental sciences from bachelor's to PhD.
7. Universidad Nacional de Cuyo (National University of Cuyo) (UNCUYO
   #7 in Argentina, #1447 globally. Located in Mendoza, Mendoza Province. Founded 1939. Public research university. Comprehensive. Features studies in agriculture, arts and political science across multiple degree levels.
8. Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina (Pontifical Catholic University of Argentina) (UCA)
   #8 in Argentina, #1501 globally. Located in Buenos Aires, City of Buenos Aires. Founded 1958. Private research university. Comprehensive. Provides programs in theology, business and social sciences at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
9. Universidad Nacional del Nordeste (Northeast National University) (UNNE)
   #9 in Argentina, #1563 globally. Located in Corrientes, Corrientes Province. Founded 1956. Public research university. Comprehensive. Focuses on regional development through programs in medicine, dentistry and humanities.
10. Universidad Nacional de Mar del Plata (National University of Mar del Plata) (UNMdP)
    #10 in Argentina, #1641 globally. Located in Mar del Plata, Buenos Aires Province. Founded 1975. Public research university. Comprehensive. Offers marine sciences, economics and architecture studies from bachelor's to doctoral levels.

Analysis of University Types

Argentina has 126 universities nationwide. Public Argentinian institutions form the majority at 66 universities (52.4%), while private universities comprise 60 institutions (47.6%). This nearly balanced distribution highlights Argentina's unique combination of free public education and robust private sector growth. Public universities dominate research output and global rankings, though select private institutions like UCA compete in specialized fields.

Global Ranking and Standing

Argentina has 1 university ranked in the global top 200 (0.8% of national institutions) and 4 universities within the top 1,000 worldwide (3.2% of national institutions). This positions Argentina as a significant higher education hub in Latin America, with research-intensive public universities driving its international academic reputation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Are public universities in Argentina free?
A: Yes, Argentina's public universities offer tuition-free education for all students, including international learners.

Q: What is Argentina's top-ranked university?
A: The University of Buenos Aires (UBA) consistently ranks #1 nationally and within the top 200 globally.

Q: How many universities are in Argentina?
A: There are 126 accredited universities: 66 public and 60 private institutions.

Q: Which is Argentina's oldest university?
A: National University of Córdoba, founded in 1613, is the country's oldest and Latin America's fourth oldest university.

Q: Do Argentine universities offer English-taught programs?
A: Select universities, particularly private institutions and research-focused public universities, offer English-taught programs at postgraduate levels.

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