Overview
Established in 1551, the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (National Autonomous University of Mexico) 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 Ensenada, Morelos, Juriquilla, Temixco, Morelia and Mérida. Officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (Secretariat of Public Education of Mexico), Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Mexican higher education institution. Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) offers courses and programs 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. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 473-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 for enrollment. UNAM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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non-profit
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very large-sized
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University Identity
| Name | Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México  |
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| Name (English) | National Autonomous University of Mexico |
| Acronym | UNAM |
| Founded | 1551 |
| Motto | Por mi raza hablará el espíritu The Spirit will speak for my race |
| Colours | Blue and gold |
| Mascot | Puma |
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University Location
| Address | Ciudad Universitaria Mexico City 04510 Mexico City Mexico |
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+52 (55) 5622 1280 |
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+52 (55) 5616 0030 |
| Other locations | Ensenada, Morelos, Juriquilla, Temixco, Morelia and Mérida |
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Introduction
Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.
Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Facebook page
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's X (formerly Twitter) page
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's YouTube channel
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's Instagram page
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México's main LinkedIn profile
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