Autonomous University of Puebla: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1285 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #56 of 1,756 | In Latin America |
| #7 of 538 | In Mexico |
| #1 of 20 | In Delicias |
| #422 of 2,119 | For Theoretical Physics |
| Top50% | For 89 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 46%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- buap.mx
- Languages
- Spanish
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 46% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Secondary school certificate (bachillerato) and entrance examination (Prueba de Aptitud Académica) |
| Academic Calendar | January to December (January - May; August-December). Summer courses, June to August |
We've calculated the 46% acceptance rate for Autonomous University of Puebla based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Autonomous University of Puebla is a world-class research university with 17,597 scientific papers published and 149,151 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Physics, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, Quantum and Particle physics, Philosophy, Environmental Science, Materials Science, and Organic Chemistry.
Autonomous University of Puebla majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 81 | 83 |
| 1992 | 42 | 92 |
| 1993 | 78 | 114 |
| 1994 | 75 | 142 |
| 1995 | 85 | 176 |
| 1996 | 141 | 248 |
| 1997 | 111 | 280 |
| 1998 | 159 | 316 |
| 1999 | 168 | 368 |
| 2000 | 214 | 507 |
| 2001 | 265 | 718 |
| 2002 | 270 | 970 |
| 2003 | 317 | 1195 |
| 2004 | 327 | 1365 |
| 2005 | 369 | 1635 |
| 2006 | 394 | 2001 |
| 2007 | 381 | 2109 |
| 2008 | 369 | 2530 |
| 2009 | 421 | 3095 |
| 2010 | 494 | 3323 |
| 2011 | 567 | 4076 |
| 2012 | 568 | 4679 |
| 2013 | 618 | 5574 |
| 2014 | 696 | 6258 |
| 2015 | 715 | 6697 |
| 2016 | 913 | 7255 |
| 2017 | 972 | 7646 |
| 2018 | 1184 | 8683 |
| 2019 | 1275 | 11192 |
| 2020 | 1260 | 13507 |
| 2021 | 1350 | 16026 |
| 2022 | 1107 | 16155 |
| 2023 | 1153 | 17036 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Autonomous University of Puebla gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Level of Study | Tuition Cost (per semester) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | MXN $2,500 |
| Master's | MXN $3,500 |
| Doctorate | MXN $4,500 |
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Autonomous University of Puebla.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Especialización | Accountancy, Chemistry, Engineering, Medicine, Nursing, Psychology, Stomatology |
|---|---|
| Maestría | Accountancy, Administration, Architecture, Arts and Humanities, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Law, Linguistics, Mathematics, Microbiology, Nursing, Physics, Physiology, Social Sciences, Sociology, Stomatology |
| Doctorado | Chemistry, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Studies, History, Law, Mathematics and Computer Science, Microbiology, Physiology, Sociology |
Notable alumni
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Luisito Comunica
- Occupations
- actortelevision producerblogger
- Biography
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Luis Arturo Villar Sudek, better known as Luisito Comunica, is a Mexican YouTuber and blogger. His channel is the third most subscribed in Mexico, behind Badabun, as well as the eighth most subscribed in the Spanish-speaking world.
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Martha Érika Alonso Hidalgo
- Occupations
- politiciangraphic designer
- Biography
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Martha Érika Alonso Hidalgo was a Mexican politician of the National Action Party (PAN) who served as the first female governor of Puebla from 14 December 2018 until her death ten days later in a helicopter crash. She was the spouse of Rafael Moreno Valle Rosas, who was governor of Puebla from 2011 to 2017 and was also killed in the crash.
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Mario Marín Torres
- Biography
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Mario Plutarco Marín Torres is a Mexican politician affiliated with the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) who served as governor of the state of Puebla.
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Fernanda Melchor
- Occupations
- journalisttranslatorwriter
- Biography
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Fernanda Melchor is a Mexican writer best known for her novel Hurricane Season for which she won the 2019 Anna Seghers Prize and a place on the shortlist for the 2020 International Booker Prize.
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Alejandro Armenta Mier
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Alejandro Armenta Mier is a Mexican politician who served as the president of the Mexican Senate in 2022–2023. He is a senator from the state of Puebla and is affiliated with MORENA.
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Pablo Salazar Mendiguchía
- Occupations
- politicianlawyer
- Biography
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Pablo Salazar Mendiguchía is a Mexican politician. He served as Governor of Chiapas from 2000 to 2006.
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Melquiades Morales
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Melquiades Morales Flores is a Mexican lawyer and politician, affiliated with the Partido Revolucionario Institucional (PRI). Between 1999 and 2005 he served as governor of the state of Puebla.
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Enrique Doger
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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José Enrique Doger Guerrero is a Mexican politician affiliated with the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI). From 2005 to 2008, he served as mayor of the city of Puebla after serving as rector of his alma mater, the Meritorious Autonomous University of Puebla. He currently serves as Deputy of the LXII Legislature of the Mexican Congress representing Puebla.
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Juan Carlos Lastiri
- Enrolled in the Autonomous University of Puebla
- Graduated with Licentiate in lawyer
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Juan Carlos Lastiri Quirós is a Mexican politician from the Institutional Revolutionary Party. From 2009 to 2012 he served as Deputy of the LXI Legislature of the Mexican Congress representing Puebla.
Autonomous University of Puebla faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Accountancy | Accountancy |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Agriculture and Hydrology Engineering | Agricultural Engineering, Agriculture, Soil Science, Water Science |
| Faculty : Business Administration | Business Administration, Cooking and Catering, Public Administration, Tourism |
| Faculty : Chemical Engineering | Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Food Technology, Materials Engineering |
| Faculty : Chemistry | Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy |
| Faculty : Communication Sciences | Communication Studies |
| Faculty : Computer Science | Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology |
| Faculty : Economics | Economics, Finance |
| Faculty : Electronics | Electronic Engineering |
| Faculty : Engineering | Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Surveying and Mapping, Textile Technology |
| Faculty : Languages | English, French, Modern Languages |
| Faculty : Law and Social Sciences | Criminology, International Relations and Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences, Sociology |
| Faculty : Medicine | Biomedicine, Medicine, Nutrition, Physical Therapy |
| Faculty : Nursing | Nursing |
| Faculty : Odontology | Dentistry, Stomatology |
| Faculty : Philosophy and Letters | Arts and Humanities, History, Linguistics, Philosophy, Social Sciences, Spanish |
| Faculty : Physics and Mathematics | Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, Mathematics, Physics |
| Faculty : Psychology | Psychology |
| Faculty : Veterinary Science | Veterinary Science |
| School : Arts | Dance, Music, Theatre |
| School : Biology | Biology |
| School : Communication Studies | Communication Studies |
| School : Physical Education | Physical Education |
| School : Plastic and Audiovisual Arts | Cinema and Television, Fine Arts |
General information
| Alternative names | BUAP Benemerita Universidad Autonoma de Puebla |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1587 |
| Accreditation | Subsecretaría de Educación Superior (SEP) |
| Motto | Pensar bien, para vivir mejor To think well, in order to live better |
| Colors | royal blue |
Location and contacts
| Address | Calle 4 Sur, 104 Edificio Carolino, Planta Alta Col. Centro Puebla, Puebla, 72000 Mexico |
|---|---|
| City population | 151,000 |