Universidad de Sonora : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

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.

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.

A wide range of undergraduate courses

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).

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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:

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.

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

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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

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University information

Admission
Students & Staff

Total students

35,026

UG students

97%

PG students

3%

International students

386

UG students

81%

PG students

19%

Total faculty staff

1,654

Domestic staff

97%

Int'l staff

3%

Tuition fee and scholarships

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.