Mexico

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Mexico is a vibrant and culturally rich exchange destination that offers students an opportunity to immerse themselves in a diverse society. Known for its rich history, Mexico boasts a blend of ancient traditions and modern influences.

Mexico is home to several renowned universities, including both our exchange destinations: the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), and Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education. These universities offer a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, engineering, social sciences, and business. University life in Mexico is vibrant, with numerous extracurricular activities, sports, and cultural events. Students can join clubs, participate in community service, and attend cultural festivals, which enrich their overall experience.

The University of Helsinki offers exchange opportunities at the following universities in Mexico:

  • For students of all faculties: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) and Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (Tec Monterrey)

You can find comprehensive instructions for going on exchange under the Study Abroad theme.

Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (Tec de Monterrey)
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)

Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (Tec de Monterrey)

Who can apply?

  • Students of all faculties
  • Bachelor’s level students only
  • Students with Spanish or English skills at least on level B1
  • Students with minimum GPA of 3,2

Faculties not open to exchange students

  • Campus in Santa Fe is not open to exchange students from University of Helsinki

What can you study here?

How many credits do you need to complete?

Minimum 15 local credits per term, recommended workload up to 18 credits.
1 Tec Monterrey credit = 1.67 ECTS.

Terms

August - December / February - June

Housing, costs and fees

On-campus residence halls available in:
• Campus Guadalajara
• Campus Querétaro
• Campus Monterrey

Homestays and lists of off-campus housing alternatives around campuses offered at all campuses.
Approximate semester expenses for housing: 
• Residence halls                            US$ 1190 - 2500
• Homestay                                    US$ 1420 - 2200
• Off- campus accommodation     US$ 950 - 2380

Other living costs:
• Meals*                                         US$ 715 - 950
• Personal expenses                      US$ 620 - 715
• International insurance              US$ 330 - 360

*Students living with a host family (home stay) will get 3 meals a day as part of the program.

Other important matters

This is a new exchange destination for UH students.

Exchange opportunities available 

2 students for one academic year or 4 students for one term

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)

Student testimonials

 “A wide range of teaching methods: almost every course included an exam, essays and group work.” “The urban location is in the middle of everything.”

Who can apply?

  • Students of all faculties
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s students. Bachelor students must have completed at least 2 years of study at the time of their exchange.
  • Students with Spanish skills at least on level B2.  
  • Students with minimum GPA of 3,0 
Faculties not open to exchange students
  • Placements are highly uncertain in Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine

What can you study here?

How many credits do you need to complete?

Minimum 30 local credits per term.
1 UNAM credit = 0.75 ECTS.

Terms

August - December / February - June

Housing, costs and fees

UNAM does not offer dormitories, exchange students can apply for housing through  CEPEN  (the site requires registration)

Estimate of monthly costs:

Housing US$ 150-300, food ca US$ 200, public transportation US$ 40, leisure activities US$ 80-160 and study materials depending on the study field

Exchange opportunities available 

5 students for one academic year or 10 students for one term.