Introduction to UNAM’s 2026 Licenciatura Selection Concurso
The National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) has released the official call for the 2026 Licenciatura Selection Concurso, corresponding to the 2026-2027/1 academic year. This announcement marks the beginning for thousands of aspirants who will join UNAM and start their professional formation, both in the School System and for the University Open and Distance Education System (SUAyED).
Key Dates for UNAM 2026 Licenciatura Selection
- Publication of the Call: January 12, 2026
- Online Registration of Applicants: January 23 to February 3, 2026
- Payment for Examination Right: January 23 to February 5, 2026
- Online Examination: May 23 to June 10, 2026
- Publication of Results: July 17, 2026
Detailed Steps for Successful Registration
UNAM advises applicants to read the call and its instructions carefully, which detail specific registration requirements for the desired career and modality. The process begins with online registration from January 23 to February 3, 2026. During this period, applicants must create an account in the system, input their details accurately, and download the deposit slip.
After completing registration, timely payment for the examination right is crucial from January 23 to February 5, 2026, as per the instructions. Following successful payment, applicants must proceed with subsequent stages outlined in the instructions to ensure smooth participation in the selection process.
UNAM Expands its Reach: A New Academic Horizon for 2026
UNAM announced the strengthening of its regional units by incorporating eight new Licenciaturas offered for the first time in the School System within four other ENES. This significant expansion in academic and infrastructure offerings by UNAM includes the commencement of activities at the new National School for Superior Studies (ENES) Oaxaca, which will offer the Licenciaturas in Administration, Accounting, History, Informatics, and International Business.
Academic Offerings in UNAM’s National Schools for Superior Studies (ENES)
ENES León
With its established reputation in disciplines like Dentistry and Agroecological Sciences, ENES León now includes the Licenciaturas in Communication and International Relations, designed under an educational model that boldly addresses the challenges of a globalized and technological environment.
ENES Juriquilla
In this ecosystem where Aerospace Engineering and Neurosciences converge, the 2026 horizon expands with the arrival of Computer Engineering and Psychology, further solidifying UNAM’s scientific impact in the region.
ENES Morelia
Located in western Mexico, ENES Morelia offers a diverse range of programs intertwining material sustainability with artistic and musical sensitivity. This year, the institution deepens its commitment to the Michoacan society by opening doors to Licenciaturas in Administration and Law, providing new growth paths for local youth.
ENES Mérida
In this southern Mexican institution, where academia engages with the sea and ecology, the 2026-2027 cycle marks the beginning of Computer Engineering and Biology programs, essential tools for the scientific development of the peninsula.
ENES Oaxaca
As UNAM’s youngest and most vibrant node, ENES Oaxaca consolidates its identity by offering five pillars of contemporary knowledge: Administration, Accounting, Informatics, International Business, and History, deeply rooted in its cultural context.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the UNAM 2026 Licenciatura Selection Concurso? It’s the official call for aspirants to join UNAM’s undergraduate programs for the 2026-2027 academic year, available through both the School System and SUAyED.
- When does the registration process begin? Online registration starts on January 23, 2026, and ends on February 3, 2026.
- What are the new Licenciaturas offered by UNAM’s regional units? New offerings include Communication and International Relations (León), Computer Engineering and Psychology (Juriquilla), Administration and Law (Morelia), Computer Engineering and Biology (Mérida), along with the establishment of ENES Oaxaca offering Administration, Accounting, Informatics, International Business, and History.
