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University performance analysis
This visual analysis summarizes key academic, research, financial, and global indicators using the official UniEv® evaluation methodology.
The radar analysis highlights Research Strength as a primary strength, reflecting strong alignment with UniEv® academic benchmarks. Conversely, Cost Efficiency shows relative development potential, indicating a strategic area for improvement to enhance competitiveness, student experience, and long-term global positioning.
Global performance comparison
This comparison reveals how the university aligns with global academic benchmarks. Performance strengths and gaps are highlighted to support informed student decisions and strategic academic positioning.
Tuition value & student diversity
These insights help applicants evaluate academic return on investment and understand the university’s international exposure.
Tuition vs Academic Value
Student profile distribution
Ranking Criteria
UniEv® Rank
Global: 75
North America: 50
Mexico: 1
Mexico City: 1
Accreditation
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México is the largest and most prestigious university in Mexico and is officially recognized by Mexico’s Secretaría de Educación Pública (SEP). The Facultad de Medicina is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and its programs follow international medical education standards. Graduates are eligible to pursue medical licensing examinations and postgraduate medical training in many countries.
Quality of Education
The medical curriculum at UNAM integrates biomedical sciences, clinical medicine, public health, and research methodology. Students study anatomy, physiology, pathology, microbiology, pharmacology, epidemiology, and diagnostic medicine before progressing to hospital-based clinical training.
Clinical Training
Clinical training occurs in some of the largest hospitals in Mexico, including major teaching hospitals in Mexico City. Students rotate through internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, emergency medicine, and community medicine programs.
Faculty
The faculty includes internationally recognized physicians, biomedical researchers, and public health experts. Many professors are leaders in medical research and clinical innovation within Latin America.
Research
UNAM is one of the leading research universities in Latin America, producing thousands of scientific publications annually in biomedical sciences, clinical medicine, epidemiology, and public health.
Rankings
UNAM consistently ranks as the top university in Mexico and one of the highest-ranked universities in Latin America. Its Faculty of Medicine is among the most influential medical schools in the Spanish-speaking world.
Tuition
As a national public university supported by government funding, tuition remains extremely low compared with private universities in Mexico and internationally.
Cost of Living
Living costs in Mexico City are higher than in most Mexican cities. Students typically spend 400–500 USD per monthcovering housing, transportation, food, and personal expenses.
Student Life
Students participate in research projects, medical associations, international conferences, healthcare outreach programs, and community health initiatives.
Facilities
Facilities include advanced biomedical laboratories, anatomy labs, simulation centers, research institutes, and partnerships with major teaching hospitals.
Graduate Outcomes
Graduates frequently obtain residency positions through Mexico’s ENARM national residency examination and many pursue specialization and research programs internationally.
Admission Criteria
Admission is highly competitive and requires strong academic preparation and successful completion of the UNAM national entrance examination.
Location
The Faculty of Medicine is located in Ciudad Universitaria, Mexico City, one of the largest university campuses in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Data Transparency
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México is initially compliant with UniEv® Ranking standards. Institutional statistics are reviewed and updated every January. Any deficiency, inconsistency, or manipulation of institutional data results in removal from the UniEv® platform to ensure transparency and maintain ranking integrity.
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