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University of Guanajuato

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Overview

Universidad de Guanajuato (University of Guanajuato) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Guanajuato, Mexico. This institution also has branch campuses in Irapuato, Leon, Celaya, Salamanca, Salvatierra and Silao. Established in 1945, Universidad de Guanajuato (UGto) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico. UGto provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 81-year-old Mexican higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. UGto also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

University of Guanajuato's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Guanajuato's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Guanajuato' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Guanajuato's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) University of Guanajuato
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UGto
Founded 1945 Origins date back to 1732
Motto La Verdad os hará libres
The Truth Shall Make You Free
Colours
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Location

Address Lascurain de Retana No. 5, Colonia Centro
Guanajuato
36000 Guanajuato
Mexico
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University of Guanajuato Phone Number (473) 732 0006
University of Guanajuato Fax Number (473) 735 1902
Other locations Irapuato, Leon, Celaya, Salamanca, Salvatierra and Silao

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University of Guanajuato's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Guanajuato is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Guanajuato Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Guanajuato 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 University of Guanajuato's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad de Guanajuato: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Guanajuato Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Guanajuato Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Guanajuato 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 University of Guanajuato.



University of Guanajuato: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 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 University of Guanajuato Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Guanajuato website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Guanajuato Admission Info


University of Guanajuato's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


University of Guanajuato's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Guanajuato has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Guanajuato '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


University of Guanajuato's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Guanajuato has more than 200 international students.


University of Guanajuato's Admission Office Admission Office

Lascurain de Retana Nº 5 Colonia Centro
Guanajuato 36000
(473) 7320006


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Size and Profile

University of Guanajuato Size and Profile


University of Guanajuato's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of GuanajuatoThis institution has a student enrollment ranging from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Guanajuato's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Guanajuato's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


University of Guanajuato's Control Type Control Type

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


University of Guanajuato's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Guanajuato 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.


University of Guanajuato's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Guanajuato's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Guanajuato's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

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


University of Guanajuato's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Guanajuato is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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University of Guanajuato's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Guanajuato's Library


University of Guanajuato's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Guanajuato's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Guanajuato's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Guanajuato Services


University of Guanajuato's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Guanajuato's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Guanajuato's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

University of Guanajuato's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Guanajuato's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

University of Guanajuato Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Guanajuato Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad de Guanajuato'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)


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Social Media

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Guanajuato public or private?

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

Is University of Guanajuato profit or non-profit?

University of Guanajuato 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 University of Guanajuato in terms of enrollment?

University of GuanajuatoThis institution has a student enrollment ranging from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Guanajuato in terms of academic staff?

University of Guanajuato's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is University of Guanajuato a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does University of Guanajuato use?

University of Guanajuato 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 University of Guanajuato affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Guanajuato admit international students?

Yes. University of Guanajuato has more than 200 international students.

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

University of Guanajuato 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend University of Guanajuato UGto?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Guanajuato UGto located?

University of Guanajuato is located in Guanajuato, Guanajuato, Mexico. Address: Lascurain de Retana No. 5, Colonia Centro.

Is University of Guanajuato UGto accredited and legally recognised?

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

Does University of Guanajuato offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Guanajuato offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Guanajuato have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Guanajuato provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University of Guanajuato have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Guanajuato offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Guanajuato offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Guanajuato offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does University of Guanajuato have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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