University of Durango

Universidad Autónoma de Durango (UAD) is a private higher education institution located in Durango, Mexico. Founded on February 11, 1992, UAD is operated by Fomento Educativo y Cultural Francisco de Ibarra, A.C. The university has become a key center for higher education in northern Mexico, offering a variety of academic programs.

UAD provides programs in fields such as Business and Administration, Engineering, Medicine, Law, Humanities, Health Sciences, and Social Sciences. These programs aim to equip students with the skills needed to meet the evolving social and economic demands of Mexico. The university boasts well-trained faculty and facilities that foster a positive learning environment. In 2022, UAD had an enrollment of 17,392 students, with a diverse student body primarily from Durango, Sinaloa, Baja California, Zacatecas, and Coahuila de Zaragoza.