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Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
(UAM)
About
The Metropolitan Autonomous University also known as UAM, is a Mexican public research university. Founded in 1974 with the support of then-President Luis Echeverria Alvarez, the institution aims to be closely linked to the social and human environment.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 901 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 33 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 61,622
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 44.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 1%
- Female : Male
- 50 : 50
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
19 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthropology | 101-200 | - | 2026 |
| Architecture | 201-260 | - | 2026 |
| Art & Design | 201-300 | - | 2026 |
| Modern Languages | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 251-275 | - | 2026 |
| Politics | 251-300 | - | 2025 |
| Arts & Humanities | =340 | 63.3 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 451-500 | - | 2023 |
| Engineering & Technology | 501-550 | - | 2024 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Mathematics | 501-550 | - | 2024 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 551-700 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 601-650 | - | 2023 |
| Business & Management Studies | 601-620 | - | 2024 |
| Medicine | 701-850 | - | 2026 |
ARWU
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2019 |
| Veterinary Science | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Public Health | 201-300 | - | 2017 |
| Ecology | 401-500 | - | 2019 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2019 |
US News
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Sciences | 483 | 29.9 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =590 | 29.9 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =956 | 29.9 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =995 | 29.9 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,443 | 29.9 | 2026 |
THE
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Training | 601–800 | 20.1 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 601–800 | 16.8 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 801–1000 | 22.9 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 801–1000 | 21.6 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 1001+ | 11.5 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 1001+ | 10.9 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 1001+ | 14.7 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 1251+ | 9.6 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 1251+ | 9.1 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana?
Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 951-1000, THE Rank 1501+, ARWU Rank 901-1000, US News Rank =1,624.
When was Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana founded?
Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana was founded in 1974.
What are the top subjects at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana?
Top subjects at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana include: Anthropology, Food Science & Technology, Veterinary Science, Public Health, Architecture.
Where is Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana located?
Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana is located in Mexico City, Mexico.