About the university

The Autonomous University of Ciudad Juárez (UACJ) is a public university located in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, on the Mexico–United States border. Founded in 1973, it offers upper secondary, undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, health sciences, social sciences, humanities, business, arts and architecture, distributed across several institutes and campuses in the city. The university plays an important role in the economic and social development of the border region and maintains strong links with local industry, government and community organizations. UACJ provides modern classrooms, laboratories, clinics, libraries, cultural spaces and sports facilities and promotes research, binational collaboration and student mobility.

Key information

• Location: Ciudad Juárez, MX
• Ranking #1401
• QS #1401
• National ranking #19
• Institution type: public

Popular faculties

• Institute Of Engineering And Technology
• Institute Of Biomedical Sciences
• Institute Of Social Sciences And Administration
• Institute Of Architecture Design And Art
• Institute Of Liberal Arts And Sciences

Programs (29)

• Computer Science
• Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Medicine
• Nursing
• Pharmacy
• Business Administration
• Economics
• Finance and Accounting
• Marketing
• Tourism and Hospitality
• Law
• Political Science
• International Relations
• Philosophy
• History
• Linguistics
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Environmental Science
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Anthropology
• Education
• Fine Arts
• Music

Student body

• Total students: 37,000
• Undergraduate: 33,300
• Graduate: 3,700
• International students: 2%

Campus life

Campus life at UACJ is distributed across several urban campuses in Ciudad Juárez, with classrooms, laboratories, libraries, sports complexes and cultural centers. Students participate in academic conferences, cultural festivals, concerts, film screenings and community projects often focused on border issues, migration and social development. The proximity to the United States creates additional opportunities for binational activities and employment, but also shapes security and mobility conditions in the city. Student services offer academic advising, psychological and health support and career guidance to help students adapt and connect with employers in the local and cross-border labor markets.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: $350 - $550 / per month

Housing options

• Private apartments in Ciudad Juárez
• Shared student houses
• Rooms for rent in local families
• Small studios near campus
• Short-term hostels and budget hotels for exchange students

Student clubs and organizations

• Student councils
• Academic societies by institute
• Cultural and arts groups
• Music and theatre clubs
• Debate and leadership organizations
• Volunteer and community service groups
• Entrepreneurship and innovation clubs

Sports

• Football
• Basketball
• Volleyball
• Athletics
• Soccer futsal teams
• Martial arts
• Fitness and recreational sports groups

Career & internships

Employment rate: 90%

Partner companies

• Delphi Technologies
• Lear Corporation
• Electrolux
• Bosch
• Honeywell
• Foxconn
• Flex
• Johnson & Johnson
• Local hospitals and health care providers in Ciudad Juárez
• State and municipal government offices in Chihuahua

Internships: The Autonomous University of Ciudad Juárez collaborates with manufacturing plants, logistics companies, hospitals, schools, research centers and government agencies in the Juárez–El Paso region. Many degree programs require students to complete professional practice or social service, which often takes place in local industry, clinics, public institutions and community organizations. Internship and linkage offices help students secure placements, sign agreements and obtain academic credit, and some projects are developed jointly with US partners. These experiences give students practical skills and contacts in the regional labor market on both sides of the border.

Admission requirements

Required documents

• Online application form
• Official high school certificate or previous degree with transcripts
• Valid identification or passport
• UACJ admission exam results
• Proof of payment of admission and exam fees
• Photos
• Proof of Spanish language proficiency for non-native speakers
• Additional documents requested by the selected institute or program

Minimum GPA: 3

Tuition costs

• $400 - $800 / per year
• Acceptance rate: 61.00%
• Scholarships available: As a public Mexican university, UACJ participates in federal and state scholarship programs and offers its own institutional aid. Students with good academic performance or economic need may apply for tuition discounts, maintenance grants and transport support. Some scholarships are linked to research projects, cultural and sports activities or social service in local communities. International and exchange students can sometimes access mobility grants through bilateral agreements and government programs on both sides of the border. Detailed calls and requirements are published on the UACJ admissions and student services websites.

Quick facts

• Founded: 1973
• Teaching languages: Spanish, spanish, english
• Study formats: offline

Contact

• Website: https://www.uacj.mx
• mailto:[email protected]
• +52 656 639 8855