Introduction to Autonomous University of Baja California (UBC):

Basic information

Established in April 1957

Nature of institution: Public university

Location: Baja California, Mexico, with the main campus in Mexicali, and other campuses in Tijuana, Ensenada, etc.

Motto: por la realización plena del ser (To achieve the complete self).

History

Formally established in 1957 through organic law, the first president was elected in 1959. In 1960, the School of Education, the School of Marine Sciences and a high school were established in Tijuana. In 1961-1962, the School of Economics, Business, and Administration and a high school in Tecate were established. In 1969, the School of Tourism was established, and in 1971-1979, the School of Medicine, the School of Dentistry and the School of Chemical Sciences were established successively. In 1986 and 1989, the School of Humanities and the School of Engineering were established respectively.

School Strength

Students and Faculty: There are about 54,000 students, including 52,000 undergraduates, 2,000 postgraduates, 4,939 academic staff, and 1,724 administrative staff.

Discipline Coverage: Covers many fields such as agriculture, forestry, sports science, veterinary medicine, computer science, engineering, sociology, and political science.

Educational Philosophy

Committed to promoting the development of high school and higher education, cultivating professional talents, promoting scientific research, and spreading culture to achieve the all-round development of students and enable them to play an active role in society.

Key Laboratories and Disciplines

Key Disciplines: Marine Science is in a leading position in Mexico, and Computer Science also performs well in the THE ranking.

Key Laboratories: Relevant laboratories in the field of marine science provide support for research in marine ecology, marine geology, etc.

Faculties and Colleges

Including the School of Education, School of Economics and Business, School of Management, School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, School of Chemical Sciences, School of Humanities, School of Engineering, School of Marine Sciences, etc.

Rankings

World University Rankings: Ranked 1501+ in the 2025 THE World University Rankings.

Subject Rankings: Clinical and Health Disciplines are 1001+ in the 2024 THE Rankings; Computer Science is ranked 801-1000 in 2024.

Expenses

As a public university, tuition fees are relatively low, which is a relatively light burden for Mexican students, and the fees for international students are also at a reasonable level. The specific fees vary depending on the major and degree level.

Campus Environment

Mexicali Campus: It is the headquarters of the school, with modern teaching buildings, libraries, scientific research centers and other facilities.

Tijuana Campus: It was officially built in 2003, with colleges such as Chemical Science, Engineering, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Arts. The campus architecture is modern and has a strong learning atmosphere.

Ensenada Campus: It features marine science majors and has good marine science research facilities and teaching environment.