Established in 1974, the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (Metropolitan Autonomous University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Mexico City (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in Azcapzalco, Iztapalapa, Cuajimalpa, Xochimilco and Lerma. Officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (Secretariat of Public Education of Mexico), Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Mexican higher education institution. Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 50-year-old Mexican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this Mexican higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UAM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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non-profit
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very large-sized
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very selective
Name | Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana ![]() |
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Name (English) | Metropolitan Autonomous University |
Acronym | UAM |
Founded | 1974 |
Motto | Casa abierta al tiempo House open to time |
Colours | Black and white |
Mascot | Panther |
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Address | Prolongación Canal de Miramontes, 3855 Mexico City 14387 Mexico City Mexico |
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+52 (55) 5483 4000 ext 1691 |
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+52 (55) 5483 4000 ext 1658 |
Other locations | Azcapzalco, Iztapalapa, Cuajimalpa, Xochimilco and Lerma |
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The following Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix 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 Autónoma Metropolitana's academic range and degree level offering.
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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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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.
uniRank publishes below some basic Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.
Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana's acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this institution a very selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Metropolitan Autonomous University has more than 500 international students.Tip: search for Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana.
Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 2,500-2,999 academic employees (Faculty).
Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana is a public higher education institution.
Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Quarters type of academic calendar.
Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana's main facilities:
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana's main services:
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This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1974
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uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.
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