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Universidad Tecnológica de México (UNITEC)

Mexico City, MX · Ranking #1201

The Technological University of Mexico (Universidad Tecnológica de México, UNITEC) is a large private university system headquartered in Mexico City, with multiple campuses in the metropolitan area and other states. Founded in 1966, it offers high school, undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, health sciences, business, social sciences, design, architecture and information technology. UNITEC emphasizes employability, flexible schedules and practical training, including strong online and working-adult modalities, and is part of the Laureate International Universities network. With more than 80,000 students nationwide, it is one of the largest private universities in Mexico and collaborates closely with companies and professional associations to align programs with labor market needs.

Universidad Tecnológica de México (UNITEC) logo

Universidad Tecnológica de México (UNITEC)

About the university

The Technological University of Mexico (Universidad Tecnológica de México, UNITEC) is a large private university system headquartered in Mexico City, with multiple campuses in the metropolitan area and other states. Founded in 1966, it offers high school, undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, health sciences, business, social sciences, design, architecture and information technology. UNITEC emphasizes employability, flexible schedules and practical training, including strong online and working-adult modalities, and is part of the Laureate International Universities network. With more than 80,000 students nationwide, it is one of the largest private universities in Mexico and collaborates closely with companies and professional associations to align programs with labor market needs.

Key information

  • Location: Mexico City, MX
  • Ranking #1201
  • QS #1201
  • National ranking #40
  • Institution type: private

Popular faculties

  • Faculty Of Engineering And Technology
  • Faculty Of Health Sciences
  • Faculty Of Business And Administration
  • Faculty Of Law
  • Faculty Of Social Sciences And Humanities
  • Faculty Of Design And Architecture
  • Online Programs Faculty

Programs (11)

  • Computer Science
  • Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Data Science
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Science

Student body

  • Total students: 89,300
  • Undergraduate: 84,000
  • Graduate: 5,300
  • International students: 2%

Campus life

Campus life at UNITEC is distributed across several urban campuses with modern classrooms, computer labs, simulation centers for health programs, libraries and sports facilities. Many students combine study with work, so the university offers morning, afternoon, evening and weekend schedules and strong online support. Activities include academic events, entrepreneurship fairs, workshops, cultural festivals and sports tournaments that connect students with peers and employers. The metropolitan location provides access to a wide labor market, though commuting times and costs are important factors for students.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: $300 - $700 / per month

Housing options

  • Private apartments in Mexico City and metropolitan area
  • Shared student houses
  • Rooms for rent in local families
  • Small studios near each campus
  • Student residences and coliving spaces
  • Short-term hostels and budget hotels for exchange students

Student clubs and organizations

  • Student councils
  • Academic and professional associations
  • Entrepreneurship and business clubs
  • Technology and coding clubs
  • Cultural and arts groups
  • Sports and fitness clubs
  • Volunteer and community service organizations

Sports

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Athletics
  • Soccer futsal teams
  • Martial arts and fitness groups

Career & internships

Employment rate: 95%

Partner companies

  • BBVA Mexico
  • Banco Santander Mexico
  • HSBC Mexico
  • Grupo Bimbo
  • Walmart Mexico
  • Telcel
  • AT&T Mexico
  • IBM Mexico
  • KPMG Mexico
  • Grupo Posadas

Internships: The Technological University of Mexico maintains extensive partnerships with companies in sectors such as banking, retail, manufacturing, technology, health services and hospitality. Many programs include mandatory internships or professional practice periods, during which students work in real organizations and often secure job offers before graduation. Career services and employer relations offices at each campus organize job fairs, on-campus recruiting and internship agreements and help students prepare CVs and interviews. These links contribute to high employability rates among UNITEC graduates.

Admission requirements

Required documents

  • Application form
  • High school certificate or previous degree with transcripts
  • Valid identification or passport
  • Admission exam or placement test results
  • Curriculum vitae for some graduate programs
  • Proof of payment of admission fee
  • Photos
  • Additional documents requested by the chosen campus or program

Minimum GPA: 3

Tuition costs

  • $2,300 - $3,200 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 70.00%
  • Scholarships available: UNITEC offers extensive academic merit scholarships and need-based discounts that can significantly reduce tuition, often up to 40–50% depending on high school GPA or performance on its admission evaluation. The university also provides financing plans and educational credits that allow students to pay tuition in monthly installments. Some campuses have additional scholarships for working students, sports performance or social engagement, and external government scholarships may be used when eligibility requirements are met. Applicants can estimate their potential scholarship through UNITEC’s online calculator and finalize awards with the admissions office.

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1966
  • Teaching languages: Spanish, spanish
  • Study formats: offline

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