UNAM Tuition Fees for International Students: A Comprehensive Guide

The Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), or the National Autonomous University of Mexico, is one of the largest and most prestigious universities in Latin America. While it primarily serves Mexican nationals, UNAM also welcomes international students to experience its high-quality education and vibrant campus life. This article provides a detailed overview of UNAM tuition fees for international students, along with other essential information for those considering studying at this renowned institution.

UNAM Overview

The University of Namibia (UNAM) stands as a public non-profit institution located in Windhoek, Namibia. As one of the country's younger higher education establishments, UNAM actively participates in the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) and the Association of African Universities (AAU). According to the Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE), UNAM holds the 1501st position globally. The university fosters research across diverse fields of study and provides bachelor's and master's programs. The university campus provides a rich infrastructure, a large selection of entertainment, convenient transport, as well as more opportunities for internships or part-time jobs. The university students have access to the library, and regularly accepts students for international exchange programs.

Tuition Fees for International Students

For international students, tuition costs differ. The cost of tuition for Mexican Nationals is of approximately $2,000 MXN/year (about $200 USD) and a reasonable expected total cost of attendance would be about $90,000 MXN/year (about $7,000 USD). Approximate numbers for International Students would be: tuition: ~$10,000 MXN/year (~$700 USD/year); and ETA: (including housing, not including flights) ~$120,000 MXN/year (~$9,000 USD/year). At UNAM tuition fees are calculated per year.

Additional Expenses

Beyond tuition fees, international students should also budget for other expenses such as:

Accommodation: Housing in Mexico’s major cities can cost between US$150-200 per month, and even less outside of the center.
Living Expenses: All costs, including housing, transport, food and drink, will likely come to US$400 on a strict budget and as little as US$500 on a standard budget. If you plan to travel, shop and eat out a fair bit, you should budget considerably more.
Study Materials:
Personal Expenses:

Financial Aid and Scholarships

The University of Namibia provides financial aid programs to support students with the cost of education. Additionally, every UC student can apply for a Global Scholarship of up to $2,000.

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Academic Programs at UNAM

UNAM offers an impressive list of 112 academic programs ('Licenciaturas'). Most Undergraduate Degree programmes in UNAM have a duration of four years, the school is divided into Faculties (Architecture, Sciences, Political and Social Sciences, Accounting and Administration, Law, Economy, Superior Studies (subsidiary campii in the localities of Acatlán, Aragon (argh! Sooo close to Aragorn, and yet still not be… :(. ), Cuautitlán, Iztacala, and Zaragoza), Philosophy and Literature, Engineering, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and Zootecny, Odontology, Psichology, and Chemistry). Each Undergraduate Degree programme (“Licenciatura”) all students must take and only take courses related to their chosen area of study.

Some of the study programs at UNAM include:

Journalism & Media
Wildlife Management and Ecotourism (Honours)
Education (Lifelong Learning and Community Education) (Honours)
Pre-Primary And Lower Primary (Honours)
Records and Archives Management (Honours)
Secondary Education (Honours)
Upper Primary (Honours)
Laws (Honours)
Civil Engineering (Honours)
Electrical Engineering (Honours)
Electronics and Computer Engineering (Honours)
Computer Science & IT
Mechanical Engineering (Honours)
Metallurgical Engineering (Honours)
Computer Science (Honours)
Geo-Information Science - Environmental Biology (Honours)
Geo-Information Science - Geography and Environmental Studies (Honours)
Geology (Honours)
Arts (Honours)
Chemistry - Medicinal (Honours)
Dental Surgery (Hons)
Medicine and Surgery
Nursing Science (Clinical) (Honours)
Pharmacy (Honours)
Agriculture (Food Science and Technology) (Honours)
Library and Information Science (Honours)
Military Science (Army) (Honours)
Social Work (Honours)
Agriculture (Crop Science) (Honours)
Chemistry - Geochemistry (Honours)
Environmental Biology (Honours)
Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (Honours)
Agriculture (Agricultural Economics) (Honours)
Agriculture (Animal Science) (Honours)
Applied Biochemistry (Honours) (Biomedical)
Business Administration (Honours)
Economics (Honours)
Accounting (Chartered Accountancy)
Accounting (Honours)
Financial Mathematics (Honours)
Microbiology
Gender Studies
Information Technology
Clinical Psychology
Nursing Science
Public Health
Educational Psychology (Guidance and Counseling)
Performing Arts
Civil Engineering (Structures)
Applied Geology
Industrial Biochemistry
Rangeland Resources and Management
Applied Statistics and Demography
Chemistry
Economics
Afrikaans Studies
Arts
English Studies
German Studies
Accounting and Finance
Business Administration
Industrial Psychology
Security and Strategic Studies
Education (Inclusive Education)

UNAM Admissions

UNAM’s acceptance rate on the latest admission contest was a whooping 8.7%. 136,718 students applied for admission, out of which 11,058 were given a seat at the University. In UNAM there are two admission procedures yearly: sort-of early action that runs from early November to late February, and the “regular” admissions procedure that runs from early April to late July. To gain admittance, most students must have a minimum 7.00/10.00 grade point average (roughly numerically equivalent to about a ~28 IB points, with 6.00/10.00 being the minimum pass grade). After demonstrating these academic requirements, students take a 120 questions test. It is solely this test that determines all student’s admission or denial. The number of marks required to be accepted is dependent for each individual academic programme (Licenciatura) in the strength of the overall applicant pool relative to the number of seats available for the academic year.

Student Life at UNAM

UNAM is a huuuge school located in a huuuge city, and has a very weird admissions procedure system that has a minimum entry-bar GPA and a homebrewed SAT-style test that determines actual admission. This is good as no matter who you are if you get enough points you’re in. It’s bad as it encourages minimum-common-denominator-level effort during high school, and if you don’t get enough points in that test for no matter what reason, you’re out. Extracurricular activities offer a very broadly varied universe of opportunities, though for some purposes they might be either too much or not enough.

Campus Life

The campus of the educational institution is located in Windhoek. This opens up all the delights of life in a big city for students: a rich infrastructure, a large selection of entertainment, convenient transport, as well as more opportunities for internships or part-time jobs. However, for some students, such an abundance of opportunities can be distracting. UNAM regularly accepts students for international exchange programs, providing both local and international students with the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures and gain unique experience.

Visa Requirements

To apply to study in Mexico you will need to apply directly to the university via the admissions department. If you are planning to study in Mexico for less than six months, you can enroll at a Mexican university as a tourist. If you are planning to study in Mexico for longer than six months, you will need to apply separately for a student visa via the Mexican embassy or consulate in your home country. To gain your student visa, you will need to provide a valid passport (valid beyond six months of your planned stay), proof of acceptance into a Mexican university, proof of sufficient funds (US$300 per month of stay) and proof of your return ticket. Your student visa will be valid for just 30 days in Mexico, during which time you’ll need to apply for a resident’s permit with the National Registry of Foreign Citizens.

F-1 Student Visa at UNAM - San Antonio

Applicants who are approved by the evaluation committee to study at UNAM - San Antonio with an F-1 student visa must complete an application and pay the non-refundable $80.00 application fee, accompanied by a bank statement or other evidence of funds, and a copy of the photo page of the passport. Students on F-1 visas must register for the Intensive English Program and a Conversation course, which amounts to 18.5 hours of study per week. Students are required to study full-time while on a student visa. Students who do not study at least 18 hours per week, risk forfeiting their student visas. Students who already have a student visa and wish to transfer to UNAM - San Antonio must contact the Information Desk to start the transfer process. The student will be asked to complete a Transfer-In Form in addition to the other required admission materials.

Maintaining F-1 Student Visa Status

While studying in the United States, it is important to maintain your F-1 student visa status. Register for a full course load (Full-time enrollment): This means that you must register for an Intensive English Program and a Conversation Course, which amounts to 18.5 hours of study per week. Attend 90% of all classes: If a student has missed more than the allowed number of classes, the English Department will be notified. The student will be contacted by the Student Affairs Office with a warning. Maintain a valid I-20: Please check your program end date on your F-1, do not let it expire. Please keep in mind that if you let your I-20 expire UNAM-San Antonio will not submit a correction to your record in SEVIS. A violation of your F-1 student visa immigration status will result in the termination of your SEVIS record. If this happens you will not be in legal status and could have negative consequences. F-1 visa holders can only miss 10% of any of their classes. UNAM-San Antonio will terminate F-1 students and/or F-2 dependents that do not maintain their legal status. A terminated record in SEVIS means the F-1 student visa is out of compliance. The termination of your SEVIS record means that you cannot return to UNAM- San Antonio.

Health Insurance

F-1 Visa: Traditional international students on an F-1 visa do not have a set of government mandated requirements and instead must purchase insurance that meets their school requirements. You may also consider purchasing health insurance in your country of origin, if available.

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