About Us

Founded in 1969, the Universidad de Monterrey (UDEM) stands as a beacon of academic excellence in Mexico. Nestled in the vibrant city of Monterrey, UDEM has continuously evolved to meet the dynamic needs of society, offering a diverse range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines. Committed to fostering holistic development, UDEM not only emphasizes academic rigor but also encourages students to engage in community service, research, and extracurricular activities. With state-of-the-art facilities, distinguished faculty members, and a vibrant campus culture, UDEM provides a nurturing environment where students can thrive. As a leading institution in the region, UDEM takes pride in its commitment to producing ethical leaders and innovative thinkers who contribute positively to the global community.

Tecnológico de Monterrey (http://www.tec.mx) is a private, non-profit, multi-campus university system. Since its foundation in 1943, it has been distinguished by its academic excellence, educational innovation, entrepreneurship, global vision, action orientation, and strong links with industry and employers. It is present in 33 municipalities across 20 states of Mexico; has an enrollment of 62,000 undergraduate and graduate students, and nearly 7,000 faculty members; as well as more than 27,000 high school students and 2,500 teachers at that level. The institution has been accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC) since 1950. According to the QS World University Rankings (2024), it ranks 184th, placing 29th among private universities worldwide. In the Times Higher Education (THE) Latin America University Rankings (2023), it is ranked 4th in Latin America and 1st in Mexico, and in the THE Global University Employability Ranking, it is #81 in the world and #1 in Mexico; also ranking #6 in the Princeton Review and Entrepreneur’s Top Schools for Entrepreneurship Ranking (2023) for undergraduate entrepreneurship programs. It belongs to prestigious international networks such as the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), Universitas 21 (U21), and The Worldwide Universities Network (WUN), among others.

School of Architecture, Art and Design

The School of Architecture, Art and Design (EAAD) of Tecnológico de Monterrey includes the disciplines of Architecture, Digital Art, Design, and Urbanism. It is present in 19 campuses nationwide and has a faculty made up of distinguished profiles in each discipline, instructors graduated from top universities around the world, and visiting international professors.

Every year, more than 240 renowned national and international guests visit the various campuses where the EAAD is present.

Additionally, the School is part of Cumulus, a global association dedicated to education in Art and Design, and the ACSA (Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture), a leader in architecture education and research. The EAAD aims to be a catalyst for urban transformation and to impact human flourishing through its experiential projects for students, which generate high impact in various communities across the country.