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National University Arturo Jauretche

Florencio Varela, AR · Ranking #34

The Arturo Jauretche National University (Universidad Nacional Arturo Jauretche, UNAJ) is a public institution located in Florencio Varela, in the southern metropolitan area of Buenos Aires. Created in 2009, it was designed to expand access to higher education for working‑class and first‑generation students and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in health sciences, engineering, social sciences, administration, economics and environmental and agricultural studies. UNAJ emphasizes social inclusion, territorial development and collaboration with local industries, public services and community organizations. Its campus on Avenida Calchaquí includes classrooms, laboratories, health simulation centers, libraries and sports areas and many programs integrate community‑based practice and outreach.

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National University Arturo Jauretche

About the university

The Arturo Jauretche National University (Universidad Nacional Arturo Jauretche, UNAJ) is a public institution located in Florencio Varela, in the southern metropolitan area of Buenos Aires. Created in 2009, it was designed to expand access to higher education for working‑class and first‑generation students and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in health sciences, engineering, social sciences, administration, economics and environmental and agricultural studies. UNAJ emphasizes social inclusion, territorial development and collaboration with local industries, public services and community organizations. Its campus on Avenida Calchaquí includes classrooms, laboratories, health simulation centers, libraries and sports areas and many programs integrate community‑based practice and outreach.

Key information

  • Location: Florencio Varela, AR
  • Ranking #34
  • National ranking #50
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Institute Of Health Sciences
  • Institute Of Engineering And Agronomy
  • Institute Of Social Sciences And Administration
  • Institute Of Higher Studies

Programs (6)

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Nursing
  • Computer Science
  • Education
  • Sociology
  • Economics

Student body

  • Total students: 30,000
  • Undergraduate: 28,500
  • Graduate: 1,500
  • International students: 2%

Campus life

Campus life at UNAJ revolves around its main campus on Avenida Calchaquí, where classrooms, labs, health simulation centers, libraries and sports courts are distributed across modern buildings. Students engage in seminars, cultural activities, workshops and territorial projects in nearby neighborhoods and municipalities of the Quilmes–Florencio Varela–Berazategui area. Many initiatives focus on public health, energy, environment and social inclusion. Student services provide academic guidance, psychological support and extracurricular activities that strengthen community ties and foster participation.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: $250 - $600 / per month

Housing options

  • Private apartments in Florencio Varela and southern Buenos Aires
  • Shared student houses
  • Rooms for rent in local families
  • Small studios near campus
  • Short‑term hostels and guesthouses

Student clubs and organizations

  • Student councils
  • Academic and research groups
  • Community and social organizations
  • Cultural and arts collectives
  • Environmental and territorial development groups
  • Sports and fitness clubs

Sports

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Athletics
  • Futsal
  • Fitness and recreational sports groups

Career & internships

Employment rate: 90%

Partner companies

  • Public hospitals and primary health centers in Florencio Varela and Quilmes
  • Municipality Of Florencio Varela
  • Municipality Of Quilmes
  • YPF
  • Pampa Energía
  • Local manufacturing and logistics companies in southern Greater Buenos Aires
  • Social and community NGOs in the Quilmes–Varela–Berazategui area

Internships: The Arturo Jauretche National University collaborates with public hospitals, primary health centers, municipalities, cooperatives, energy and industrial plants and NGOs in the southern metropolitan area of Buenos Aires. Many programs—especially in health, engineering and social sciences—include internships or territorial practices where students work on real projects under supervision. Internship coordinators and academic tutors support the search for placements and ensure that the experience is recognized within each curriculum. These links help students build networks and improve their employability in public and private sectors focused on development and social inclusion.

Admission requirements

Required documents

  • Application form
  • National ID or passport
  • High school completion certificate with legalized transcripts
  • Online pre‑registration in UNAJ system
  • Admission or leveling course where required
  • Proof of residence for some programs
  • Photos
  • Additional documents requested by the chosen institute

Minimum GPA: 3

Tuition costs

  • $0 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 68.00%

Quick facts

  • Founded: 2010
  • Teaching languages: Spanish, spanish
  • Study formats: offline

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