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U.S. Students
CETYS is one of the best academic institutions on the U.S.-Mexico border.
Our educational quality is accredited by U.S. agencies such as WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges), ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs) and ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology).
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Admissions
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Apply Online
Click HERE to apply online. Our advisors will contact you shortly after you fill out the application in order to schedule an appointment.
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Take the admission test
Upon pre-enrollment, you will be asked to choose a date to take the institutional admission test. Once you pay the fee, which will be deducted from your enrollment payment later, a Student ID number will be generated and you will be able to take the preparation course.
Please be on time and bring a photo ID, a No. 2 pencil and an eraser.
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Meet with the Program Coordinator
Once you pass the test, your advisor will set up an appointment with the Program Coordinator, so that you can discuss details of the next stage.
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Request Financial Aid
Your advisor can explain everything about the different types of Financial Aid and Scholarships available, including all the application requirements.
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Enroll
Please bring the following documents on your designated dates (send to you via e-mail or informed by your advisor):
- Admission Test Score Letter issued by CETYS University
- Birth certificate (original and two copies)
If you are a U.S. citizen or resident, bring a copy of your birth certificate (as well as its apostille and corresponding translation and certification), along with the documents that certify your legal residency in Mexico as a student. All documents must be certified by the corresponding Mexican authorities. For more information regarding these documents, please contact Norma Galeana at norma.galeana@cetys.mx. - Original and one copy of the Revalidation of Studies Decision
- Copy of CURP (for more information regarding this document, please ask your CETYS advisor)
- Proof of address (copy)
- 6 black and white passport photos printed in matte paper (not instant). Photos must be formal (no smiling, no glasses, natural makeup, no fringe or anything that covers the forehead). For women: white button down shirt and black blazer; men: white button down shirt, tie and black jacket)
- If you have pre-enrolled, please bring proof of payment
- GNP form (it will be provided by your advisor)
IMPORTANT DATES IN THE ENROLLMENT PROCESS
Check and download the calendar to keep up with information sessions, tests and enrollment dates.
Mexicali Campus
january, 2021
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Tijuana Campus
january, 2021
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Financial aid
CETYS is accessible to anyone who wishes to study here.
Learn more about the financial aid options available for you.
Eight out of every ten CETYS students have some form of financial aid.
The Unidos Scholarship is the result of an institutional effort that aims to support young talent affected by the health crisis derived from COVID-19, generating opportunities for assuring continuity in high-quality, professional education programs.
This Scholarship is offered at the three CETYS University campuses: Mexicali, Tijuana, and Ensenada. It is directed at incoming students entering any undergraduate program, noted for their intellectual skills and solid high school academic background.
Application requirements:
New Entry to Engineering School
- Hold an overall average of 8.5 +
- Complete an application and submit required documents
- Answer a socioeconomic survey
- No entrance examination required (during COVID 19 contingency.)
New Entry to Law School, Psychology, Business and Administration
- Hold an overall average of 9.0 +
- Complete an application and submit required documents
- Answer a socioeconomic survey
- No entrance examination required (during COVID 19 contingency.)
Academic Scholarships
SoCal Scholarship
A want to study an Undergraduate Program in CETYS Universidad – Tijuana campus. Have a GPA equal or above 2.8 (8.5 in Mexico) in 10th, 11th and 12th grade (submit official
transcript)
The scholarship is of 80%, and it is destined for high schools students that are graduating in 2020 within the Southern California area. The scholarship can be combined with other Financial Aid options offered by CETYS Universidad, with due process, having in consideration that the maximum percentage of application is of 90% .
Available in Tijuana.
Application Period August 2020: Tijuana 
Comprehensive Financial Aid Plan
This plan combines 10% CETYS Credit and anywhere from 25% to 80% Academic Scholarship for students with an overall GPA of 8.5 (minimum) in High School and a score of 1,120 or more in the admission test. Socio-economic evaluation is required.
Comprehensive Financial Aid plan for Engineering Programs
For students of all Engineering Programs who stand out for their intellectual abilities and academic trajectory in High School.
This plan combines 10% CETYS Credit and up to 40% scholarship for students with an overall GPA of 8.5 (minimum) in High School and a score of 1,250 or more in the admission test.
PAFENI Scholarship
Available only at the Ensenada Campus. This scholarship was created with the purpose of helping students who want to study at CETYS.
Athletic Scholarships
Athletic Scholarships are for academically outstanding students who are also excellent athletes. They range from 10% to 80%.
Tuition Discounts for CETYS Alumni
If you or your parents graduated from any of our programs at any level or campus, you can get 10% off your tuition.
Sibling discount
For families with 2 or more children enrolled at CETYS, as long as the discount does not surpass 50% for 2 siblings or 75% for 3 siblings.
CETYS Credit
Available for undergraduate students (up to 10% for engineering programs and up to 12% for all other undergraduate programs).
FAFSA Financial Aid
U.S Federal financial aid that can be requested annually by Mexican citizens and United States residents at an interest rate of 4.45%.
It can be combined with other CETYS financial aid programs, and the amount depends on the economic situation of the student.
Available for new and current students.
Financial aid is subject to regulations.
Tuition Fees for 2021
| Mexicali Campus | Tijuana Campus | Ensenada Campus | |
| Registration day payment | $ 1,987.20 dlls | $ 1,987.20 dlls | $ 1,972.80 dlls |
| + 4 monthly payments | $ 919.56 dlls | $ 919.56 dlls | $911.16 dlls |
| or 6 monthly payments* | $ 944.24 dlls | $ 944.24 dlls | $ 936.24 dlls |
| Mexicali Campus | Tijuana Campus | Ensenada Campus | |
| Registration day payment | $ 1,961.26 dlls | $ 1,961.26 dlls | $ 1,949.26 dlls |
| + 4 monthly payments | $774.25 dlls | $774.25 dlls | $767.25 dlls |
| or 6 monthly payments* | $ 843.04 dlls | $ 843.04 dlls | $ 836.38 dlls |
Amounts indicated in US dollars are only used for reference, considering an exchange rate of $19.00 pesos for every dollar. The final exchange rate will be calculated on the day of enrollment.
* This payment option only applies for early registration.
-Additional fees apply when choosing a 100% English Interntational Business Degree at Tijuana Campus: $616.42 dlls.
-Additional fees apply when choosing a 100% English Industrial Engineering at Mexicali Campus: $513.68 dlls.
-Tuition and fees will be subject to possible changes in taxes, tax laws and the economic situation of the country, which could cause an increase. This budget may vary according to the choice of subjects, registration and financial aid.
With Academic Scholarship (38%)
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Mexicali Campus |
Tijuana Campus |
Ensenada Campus |
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Registration day payment |
$ 1,232.06 dlls |
$ 1,232.06 dlls |
$ 1,223.14 dlls |
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+ 4 monthly payments |
$ 588.26 dlls |
$ 588.26 dlls |
$ 583.05 dlls |
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or 6 monthly payments* |
$ 597.52 dlls |
$ 597.52 dlls |
$ 592.56 dlls |
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Mexicali Campus |
Tijuana Campus |
Ensenada Campus |
|
|
Registration day payment |
$ 1,215.98 dlls |
$ 1,215.98 dlls |
$ 1,208.54 dlls |
|
+ 4 monthly payments |
$ 498.17 dlls |
$ 498.17 dlls |
$ 493.83 dlls |
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or 6 monthly payments* |
$ 534.78 dlls |
$ 534.78 dlls |
$ 530.64 dlls |
Amounts indicated in US dollars are only used for reference, considering an exchange rate of $19.00 pesos for every dollar. The final exchange rate will be calculated on the day of enrollment.
For each semester, Registration, Tuition and Student Insurance covering both major medical expenses and tuition are included.
* This payment option only applies for early registration.
Tuition and fees will be subject to possible changes in taxes, tax laws and the economic situation of the country, which could cause an increase. This budget may vary according to the choice of subjects, registration and financial aid.
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CETYS fosters my personal development, and academically, has the best offer in Baja California. I am here because I get academic quality and have access to the FAFSA Credit.
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Jaime Jonathan Chavira Torres – U.S. Student
Opportunities here are great, because there are many scholarship options that make it possible for everyone to attend CETYS. I love the personalized attention they give us.
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Vania King - U.S. Student
If you are a part of CETYS, you have the privilege to become a leader. I learned here that my effort and dedication are the foundation for success.
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