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Autonomous University of Chiapas

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Overview

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas (Autonomous University of Chiapas) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas, Mexico. 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. Founded in 1975, Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas (UNACH) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico. UNACH provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 51-year-old Mexican higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply. UNACH also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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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

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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Location

Address Boulevard Belisario Domínguez Km. 1081 Colina Universitaria s/n
Tuxtla Gutiérrez
29050 Chiapas
Mexico
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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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Website

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Autonomous University of Chiapas's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Autonomous University of Chiapas is legally chartered, licensed 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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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Autonomous University of Chiapas Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Autonomous University of 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 Autonomous University of 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
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Autonomous University of Chiapas Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Autonomous University of Chiapas Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Autonomous University of 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 Autonomous University of 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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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Autonomous University of Chiapas Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Autonomous University of Chiapas website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Autonomous University of Chiapas Admission Info


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Autonomous University of Chiapas is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Autonomous University of Chiapas has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Autonomous University of Chiapas 's acceptance rate is 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

Yes


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

Autonomous University of Chiapas Size and Profile


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Autonomous University of Chiapas has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


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

Autonomous University of Chiapas's academic staff ranges from 4,500 to 4,999 members.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Control Type Control Type

Autonomous University of Chiapas is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Entity Type Entity Type

Autonomous University of Chiapas is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Autonomous University of Chiapas's main campus setting is not reported.


Autonomous University of Chiapas's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Autonomous University of Chiapas 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.



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Facilities and Services

Autonomous University of Chiapas 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

Autonomous University of Chiapas 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


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Academic Structure

Autonomous University of Chiapas Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas
  • Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Zootechnics
  • Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
  • Faculty of Agronomic Sciences
  • Mayan Faculty of Agricultural Studies
  • Faculty of Accounting and Administration
  • Faculty of Business
  • Faculty of Administration Sciences
  • Faculty of Administrative Sciences
  • Faculty of Languages
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Architecture
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Humanities
  • Faculty of Human Medicine
  • Faculty of Science in Physics and Mathematics
  • Law School
  • School of Management and Indigenous Self-development

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Memberships and Affiliations

Autonomous University of Chiapas 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)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Autonomous University of Chiapas public or private?

Autonomous University of Chiapas is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Autonomous University of Chiapas profit or non-profit?

Autonomous University of Chiapas is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Autonomous University of Chiapas in terms of enrollment?

Autonomous University of Chiapas has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Autonomous University of Chiapas in terms of academic staff?

Autonomous University of Chiapas's academic staff ranges from 4,500 to 4,999 members.

Is Autonomous University of Chiapas a coeducational institution?

Autonomous University of Chiapas is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Autonomous University of Chiapas use?

Autonomous University of Chiapas adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.

What religion is Autonomous University of Chiapas affiliated with?

None.

Does Autonomous University of Chiapas admit international students?

Yes.

What is Autonomous University of Chiapas's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Autonomous University of Chiapas 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Autonomous University of Chiapas UNACH?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Autonomous University of Chiapas UNACH located?

Autonomous University of Chiapas is located in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas, Mexico. Address: Boulevard Belisario Domínguez Km. 1081 Colina Universitaria s/n.

Is Autonomous University of Chiapas UNACH accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Autonomous University of Chiapas is accredited by Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (since 1975).

Does Autonomous University of Chiapas offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Autonomous University of Chiapas offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Autonomous University of Chiapas have a university library?

Yes

Does Autonomous University of Chiapas provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Autonomous University of Chiapas have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Autonomous University of Chiapas offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Autonomous University of Chiapas offer career services?

Yes

Does Autonomous University of Chiapas offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Autonomous University of Chiapas have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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