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Founded in 1942, Universidad de Sonora (UNISON) is a world-class university situated in the north west of Mexico. It offers 55 bachelor’s programs, 33 master’s degrees, 7 certificates and 14 PhDs taught in Spanish in the following subject areas:
Exact and Natural sciences
Health and Biological Sciences
Economics and Administrative Sciences
Engineering
Social Sciences
Humanities and Fine Arts
Hermosillo, where UNISON is based, is an absolute gem. Known in Mexico as “The Sunny City” because of the devastating beauty of its twinkling sunsets, Hermosillo has been blessed with an incredibly rich variety of flora and wildlife (which you can admire at Ecological Center of Sonora). Find out more about the region here.
One of the best and largest universities in the region UNISON ranks 25 among the best universities in Mexico in the QS Mexico University Rankings 2019.
With more than 32,000 students, UNISON amounts for as much as 40% of all university enrollment in the country.
At the moment, about 92% of UNISON’s teaching staff hold a graduate degree, including 66% with a PhD. The quality of its research output is one of the university’s strong points.
… And an excellent track record in employability More than 94% of students in the 2015 cohort found a job within 12 months of graduation, 84.9% of whom found a job within six months. According to the same survey, students rated the relevance of their training an average score of 6.2 out of 7.
... And opportunities to study abroad To encourage intercultural exchange, UNISON has links with over 200 institutions abroad, to give students the chance to spend a semester or two abroad in Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Spain, United States, France, Italy, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, or Switzerland.
About Universidad de Sonora
Founded in 1942, Universidad de Sonora (UNISON) is a world-class university situated in the north west of Mexico. It offers 55 bachelor’s programs, 33 master’s degrees, 7 certificates and 14 PhDs taught in Spanish in the following subject areas:
Exact and Natural sciences
Health and Biological Sciences
Economics and Administrative Sciences
Engineering
Social Sciences
Humanities and Fine Arts
Hermosillo, where UNISON is based, is an absolute gem. Known in Mexico as “The Sunny City” because of the devastating beauty of its twinkling sunsets, Hermosillo has been blessed with an incredibly rich variety of flora and wildlife (which you can admire at Ecological Center of Sonora). Find out more about the region here.
One of the best and largest universities in the region UNISON ranks 25 among the best universities in Mexico in the QS Mexico University Rankings 2019.
With more than 32,000 students, UNISON amounts for as much as 40% of all university enrollment in the country.
At the moment, about 92% of UNISON’s teaching staff hold a graduate degree, including 66% with a PhD. The quality of its research output is one of the university’s strong points.
… And an excellent track record in employability More than 94% of students in the 2015 cohort found a job within 12 months of graduation, 84.9% of whom found a job within six months. According to the same survey, students rated the relevance of their training an average score of 6.2 out of 7.
... And opportunities to study abroad To encourage intercultural exchange, UNISON has links with over 200 institutions abroad, to give students the chance to spend a semester or two abroad in Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Spain, United States, France, Italy, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, or Switzerland.
At undergraduate level, the Mexican Universidad de Sonora (UNISON) offers 55 bachelor’s degrees, including:
Maths
Physics
Geology
Computer science
Dentistry
Sociology
Social work
Marketing
Graphic design
Admissions and costs
Undergraduate entry requirements include a high school diploma, a filled in application form, passing the admissions tests and proof of your proficiency in English. Keep in mind, you’ll also need a passport, student visa and health insurance to enter the country.
Tuition fees at undergraduate level include a MX$1,860 enrollment fee (≈US$89) and tuition is based on the number of courses a student takes per semester and their average grade from their previous semester, starting at MX$1,520 (≈US$72) per course. Depending on your grades, though, you may be eligible for a tuition fee reduction of up to 100%.
The cost of living in Hermosillo, where the university is situated, should be no more than US$700 a month, including accommodation, groceries, and transportation, though of course this figure can vary depending on the type of the accommodation you seek (whether a hotel or flatshare).
Based in Hermosillo, Mexico, the Universidad de Sonora (UNISON) offers 14 PhD programs, 33 master’s degrees and 7 certificates, including:
Biosciences
Materials science
Chemical engineering
Civil engineering
Engineering systems and technology
Hispanic American literature
Sustainable development
Foreign trade and customs
Costs, scholarships and admissions
To be eligible for postgraduate study, you would need a bachelor's degree, a GPA of 8.0, proof of your proficiency in Spanish and English (with a TOEFL score of 450), the GRE subject test (depending on the course), two letters of recommendation, a personal statement and a research proposal (only for PhDs).
UNISON offers all students with an average grade of somewhere between 80 and 85 a tuition fee reduction of 50% in their second semester. This figure can rise up to 100% depending on their grade.
Students can also apply for a CONACYT scholarship for a monthly stipend of approximately MX$13,769 (≈US$770), provided they have a GPA of 8.0.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Universidad de Sonora
Hermosillo Campus, Hermosillo Mexico
# 1401+QS World University Rankings
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About Universidad de Sonora
Founded in 1942, Universidad de Sonora (UNISON) is a world-class university situated in the north west of Mexico. It offers 55 bachelor’s programs, 33 master’s degrees, 7 certificates and 14 PhDs taught in Spanish in the following subject areas:
Hermosillo, where UNISON is based, is an absolute gem. Known in Mexico as “The Sunny City” because of the devastating beauty of its twinkling sunsets, Hermosillo has been blessed with an incredibly rich variety of flora and wildlife (which you can admire at Ecological Center of Sonora). Find out more about the region here.
One of the best and largest universities in the region
UNISON ranks 25 among the best universities in Mexico in the QS Mexico University Rankings 2019.
With more than 32,000 students, UNISON amounts for as much as 40% of all university enrollment in the country.
At the moment, about 92% of UNISON’s teaching staff hold a graduate degree, including 66% with a PhD. The quality of its research output is one of the university’s strong points.
… And an excellent track record in employability
More than 94% of students in the 2015 cohort found a job within 12 months of graduation, 84.9% of whom found a job within six months. According to the same survey, students rated the relevance of their training an average score of 6.2 out of 7.
... And opportunities to study abroad
To encourage intercultural exchange, UNISON has links with over 200 institutions abroad, to give students the chance to spend a semester or two abroad in Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Spain, United States, France, Italy, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, or Switzerland.
About Universidad de Sonora
Founded in 1942, Universidad de Sonora (UNISON) is a world-class university situated in the north west of Mexico. It offers 55 bachelor’s programs, 33 master’s degrees, 7 certificates and 14 PhDs taught in Spanish in the following subject areas:
Hermosillo, where UNISON is based, is an absolute gem. Known in Mexico as “The Sunny City” because of the devastating beauty of its twinkling sunsets, Hermosillo has been blessed with an incredibly rich variety of flora and wildlife (which you can admire at Ecological Center of Sonora). Find out more about the region here.
One of the best and largest universities in the region
UNISON ranks 25 among the best universities in Mexico in the QS Mexico University Rankings 2019.
With more than 32,000 students, UNISON amounts for as much as 40% of all university enrollment in the country.
At the moment, about 92% of UNISON’s teaching staff hold a graduate degree, including 66% with a PhD. The quality of its research output is one of the university’s strong points.
… And an excellent track record in employability
More than 94% of students in the 2015 cohort found a job within 12 months of graduation, 84.9% of whom found a job within six months. According to the same survey, students rated the relevance of their training an average score of 6.2 out of 7.
... And opportunities to study abroad
To encourage intercultural exchange, UNISON has links with over 200 institutions abroad, to give students the chance to spend a semester or two abroad in Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Spain, United States, France, Italy, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, or Switzerland.
Available programs
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Master PG
A wide range of undergraduate courses
At undergraduate level, the Mexican Universidad de Sonora (UNISON) offers 55 bachelor’s degrees, including:
Admissions and costs
Undergraduate entry requirements include a high school diploma, a filled in application form, passing the admissions tests and proof of your proficiency in English. Keep in mind, you’ll also need a passport, student visa and health insurance to enter the country.
Tuition fees at undergraduate level include a MX$1,860 enrollment fee (≈US$89) and tuition is based on the number of courses a student takes per semester and their average grade from their previous semester, starting at MX$1,520 (≈US$72) per course. Depending on your grades, though, you may be eligible for a tuition fee reduction of up to 100%.
The cost of living in Hermosillo, where the university is situated, should be no more than US$700 a month, including accommodation, groceries, and transportation, though of course this figure can vary depending on the type of the accommodation you seek (whether a hotel or flatshare).
Arts and Humanities (6)
Bachelor of Architecture
Bachelor of English Teaching
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Graphic Design
Bachelor of Hispanic Literatures
Bachelor of History
Bachelor of Linguistics
Bachelor of Music
Bachelor of Performing Arts
Business and Management (6)
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Finance
Bachelor of International Business and Commerce
Bachelor of Marketing
Bachelor of Public Accounting
Engineering and Technology (6)
Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering
Bachelor of Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Computer Science
Bachelor of Electronic Technology Engineering
Bachelor of Industrial and Systems Engineering
Bachelor of Information Systems Engineering
Bachelor of Materials Engineering
Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering
Bachelor of Metallurgical Engineering
Bachelor of Mining Engineer
Bachelor of Renewable Energy Engineering
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Bachelor of Agricultural Engineer
Bachelor of Anthropology
Bachelor of Biology
Bachelor of Dentistry
Bachelor of Genomic Sciences
Bachelor of Medicine
Bachelor of Nursing
Bachelor of Nutritional Sciences
Bachelor of Psychology
Bachelor of Zootechnical Veterinary Medicine
Natural Sciences (6)
Bachelor of Clinical Biologist Chemist
Bachelor of Environmental Sciences Engineering
Bachelor of Food Chemistry
Bachelor of Geology
Bachelor of Mathematics
Bachelor of Medical Physics
Bachelor of Physics
Bachelor of Sustainability
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Bachelor of Communication Sciences
Bachelor of Economics
Bachelor of Education (Hermosillo, Santa Ana, Caborca, Navojoa)
Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Physical Culture and Sports
Bachelor of Public Administration
Bachelor of Public Safety
Bachelor of Social Work
Bachelor of Sociology
Bachelor of Tourism
A good mix of postgraduate courses
Based in Hermosillo, Mexico, the Universidad de Sonora (UNISON) offers 14 PhD programs, 33 master’s degrees and 7 certificates, including:
Costs, scholarships and admissions
To be eligible for postgraduate study, you would need a bachelor's degree, a GPA of 8.0, proof of your proficiency in Spanish and English (with a TOEFL score of 450), the GRE subject test (depending on the course), two letters of recommendation, a personal statement and a research proposal (only for PhDs).
UNISON offers all students with an average grade of somewhere between 80 and 85 a tuition fee reduction of 50% in their second semester. This figure can rise up to 100% depending on their grade.
Students can also apply for a CONACYT scholarship for a monthly stipend of approximately MX$13,769 (≈US$770), provided they have a GPA of 8.0.
Arts and Humanities (6)
Master in Architecture
Master in Hispanic American Literature
Master in Linguistics
Business and Management (6)
Master in Customs, Logistics and International Business
Master in Finance
Master in Management
Master in Marketing and Consumer Markets
Master in Taxes
Master of Science in Data Science
Engineering and Technology (6)
Master in Engineering Sciences: Chemical Engineering
Master in Engineering in Internet Of Things and Artificial Intelligence
Master in Engineering: Systems and Technology Engineering
Master in Urban Engineering
Master of Science in Electronics
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Master in Biosciences
Master in Health Sciences
Master in Psychology
Natural Sciences (6)
Master in Food Science and Technology
Master in Materials Science
Master in Sustainability
Master of Science in Educational Mathematics
Master of Science in Geology
Master of Science in Mathematics
Master of Science in Nanotechnology
Master of Science in Physics
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Master in Accusatory and Oral Criminal Procedure Law
Master in Economic Integration
Master in Educational Innovation
Master in Oversight and Government Control
Master in Social Development
Master in Social Sciences
Master in Teaching of History
University information
Tuition fee and scholarships
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
Rankings & ratings
Universidad de Sonora is one of the top public universities in Hermosillo, Mexico. It is ranked #1401+ in QS World University Rankings 2025.
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