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Autonomous University of Zacatecas

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world rank  4272

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Overview

Founded in 1959, the Universidad Autónoma de Zacatecas (Autonomous University of Zacatecas) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Zacatecas (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in Jalpa, Jerez, Fresnillo, Tlaltenango, Uaz Siglo XXI, Villa de Cos and Calera de Victor Rosales. Officially recognized by the Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico (Secretariat of Public Education of Mexico), Universidad Autónoma de Zacatecas (UAZ) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Mexican higher education institution. Universidad Autónoma de Zacatecas (UAZ) 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 64-year-old Mexican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Mexican higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UAZ also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Control Typepublic

Entity

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Autonomous University of Zacatecas' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Profile

Name (English)
Name Autonomous University of Zacatecas
Colours Gold, blue navy and white
Mascot Gopher
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Campus Location

Address Jardín Juárez, 147
Zacatecas
98000 Zacatecas
Mexico
Autonomous University of Zacatecas Phone Number +52 (492) 925 6690
Autonomous University of Zacatecas Fax Number +52 (492) 923 9407
Other locations Jalpa, Jerez, Fresnillo, Tlaltenango, Uaz Siglo XXI, Villa de Cos and Calera de Victor Rosales

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Autonomous University of Zacatecas'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 Autonomous University of Zacatecas's academic range and degree level offering.



Autonomous University of Zacatecas: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
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L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Autonomous University of Zacatecas.

Autonomous University of Zacatecas: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)		 0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)		 1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)

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Admission Info

Introduction

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Admission Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic Autonomous University of Zacatecas's admission information.

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Autonomous University of Zacatecas a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Ramon Lopez Velarde 707
Zacatecas 98000
(492) 925 6690 ext 1163
(492) 923 9407 ext. 1165, 1164

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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Autonomous University of Zacatecas.

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Autonomous University of Zacatecas has an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 3,500-3,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Control Type Control Type

Autonomous University of Zacatecas is a public higher education institution.


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Entity Type Entity Type

Autonomous University of Zacatecas is a non-profit higher education institution.


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Autonomous University of Zacatecas does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Autonomous University of Zacatecas's main facilities:


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Library


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Autonomous University of Zacatecas's main services:


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Autonomous University of Zacatecas is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Secretaría de Educación Pública, Mexico

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1968


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Autonomous University of Zacatecas's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Consorcio de Universidades Mexicanas (CUMEX)
  • Consejo Nacional de Educación Odontológica (CONAEDO)
  • Consejo Mexicano para la Acreditación de la Educación Médica (COMAEM)
  • Consejo Mexicano de Acreditación y Certificación de la Enfermería (COMACE)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Autonomous University of Zacatecas as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Autonomous University of Zacatecas's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Asociación Nacional de Universidades e Instituciones de Educación Superior (ANUIES)
  • Consorcio de Universidades Mexicanas (CUMEX)
  • Corporación Universitaria para el Desarrollo de Internet (CUDI)
  • Consejo para la Acreditación de la Educación Superior (COPAES)
  • Comités Interinstitucionales para la Evaluación de la Educación Superior (CIEES)

Academic Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Divisions

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Facebook page Autonomous University of Zacatecas's official Facebook page

Twitter Twitter

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Twitter page Autonomous University of Zacatecas's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's YouTube channel Autonomous University of Zacatecas's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Autonomous University of Zacatecas's Instagram page Autonomous University of Zacatecas's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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Wikipedia

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