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Highland Chiapas University

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world rank  12991

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Overview

Established in 1993, the Universidad de Los Altos de Chiapas S.C. (Highland Chiapas University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of San Cristóbal de las Casas (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Chiapas. Officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (Secretariat of Public Education of Mexico), Universidad de Los Altos de Chiapas S.C. (UACH) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational Mexican higher education institution. Universidad de Los Altos de Chiapas S.C. (UACH) 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. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UACH 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

Highland Chiapas University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Highland Chiapas University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Highland Chiapas University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Highland Chiapas University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

University Identity

Name (English) Highland Chiapas University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UACH
Founded 1993
Motto Educacion es Progreso
Education is Progress
Colours Beige and green
Mascot
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University Location

Address Periférci Sur No. 1016
San Cristóbal de las Casas
29290 Chiapas
Mexico
Highland Chiapas University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Highland Chiapas University Phone Number (967) 678 5657
Highland Chiapas University Fax Number (967) 674 7700
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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 de Los Altos de Chiapas S.C. 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 de Los Altos de Chiapas S.C.'s academic range and degree level offering.




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 de Los Altos de Chiapas S.C. 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 de Los Altos de Chiapas S.C..



Highland Chiapas University: 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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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

Highland Chiapas University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Highland Chiapas University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a non-selective open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is not available.


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


Highland Chiapas University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Highland Chiapas University's Admission Office Admission Office

Periferico Sur No. 1016
San Cristobal de las Casas 29290
(967) 678 5657


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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

Highland Chiapas University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Highland Chiapas University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Highland Chiapas University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Highland Chiapas University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Highland Chiapas University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Highland Chiapas University'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.


Highland Chiapas University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Highland Chiapas University 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


Highland Chiapas University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Highland Chiapas University's Library


Highland Chiapas University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Highland Chiapas University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Highland Chiapas University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Highland Chiapas University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Highland Chiapas University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Highland Chiapas University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Highland Chiapas University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Highland Chiapas University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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.


Highland Chiapas University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1993


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Asociación Mexicana de Educación Continua y a Distancia (AMECYD)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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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

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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