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Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM)

Location

Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Rectoría General UAM, Mexico City Mexico

Ranking

# 951-1000QS World University Rankings

International

1 % International students

About Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM)

The Autonomous Metropolitan University (UAM) is a public Institution with more than 45 years of experience, is one of the leading universities in Mexico. We offer 82 undergraduate and 111 Postgraduate program. UAM has over 59,705 students. 

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About Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM)

The Autonomous Metropolitan University (UAM) is a public Institution with more than 45 years of experience, is one of the leading universities in Mexico. We offer 82 undergraduate and 111 Postgraduate program. UAM has over 59,705 students. 

Our...
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University information

There are two selection processes offered for admissions each year: First Selection Process has the option to enter in spring or autumn; Second Process, to start classes in autumn.

Usual admissions requirements for UAM: 

• Sit an exam and be selected

• Have completed the baccalaureate or equivalent level in the National Education System, with a minimum average of 7.0

• If you didn’t study in the...
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UAM encourages creative expression and cultural activities. In each of its academic campuses a wide variety of cultural events take place in theater, cinema, dance, music, exhibitions, plastic arts, and lectures.

Learn about the cultural centers at UAM here.

UAM organizes and coordinates efforts from a General Rector's Office, working in collaboration with five academic units.

UAM boasts five...
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Student life

Learn about internationalization at UAM here and universal agreements through the Academic Cooperation section.

UAM collaborates with a number higher education institutions around the world with activities including:

•Academic exchange

•Postgraduate studies

•Post-doctoral Fellowships

•Research grants

•Joint programs and research

•Special programs: International Conference Series, Erasmus...
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Find out about graduate career info here.

There are approx. 5,000 bachelor's graduates per year and 750 postgraduate grads. 

67.6% of undergraduate grads found employment in less than 6 months. Similarly, according to the Graduate Studies survey, 70.1% of postgraduate grads were employed within six months.  

UAM offers the Institutional System of Job Placement (SIBOT) to link students...
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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:
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Where to look for scholarship opportunities

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How to apply to scholarships relevant to you

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A list of available scholarships around the world

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Rankings & ratings

Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM) is one of the top public universities in Mexico City, Mexico. It is ranked #951-1000 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

QS World University Rankings

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  • 2012
    #601+
  • 2014
    #651-700
  • 2015
    # 701+
  • 2016
    #701+
  • 2017
    #701+
  • 2018
    #751-800
  • 2019
    #751-800
  • 2020
    #801-1000
  • 2021
    #801-1000
  • 2022
    #801-1000
  • 2023
    #801-1000
  • 2024
    #901-950
  • 2025
    #951-1000

Ranking criteria

23.6
Academic Reputation
2.5
Citations per Faculty
4.6
Employment Outcomes
11.3
Employer Reputation
3.7
Faculty Student Ratio
7.8
International Faculty Ratio
45.6
International Research Network
1.2
International Student Ratio
9.4
Sustainability

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Campus locations

Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Rectoría General UAM Campus

Prolongación Canal de Miramontes 3855

Col. Ex-Hacienda San Juan de Dios, Alcaldía de Tlalpan

Mexico City

MX

14387

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