A Message from the President

At CETYS University, we believe in all those who aspire to achieve their dreams. For more than six decades, we have shaped the leaders of Baja California. As we look towards the future, we are constantly striving towards being a globally competitive, high quality institution that serves as a learning community and works towards sustainable development.

 

Throughout its history, CETYS has consistently provided young people with the opportunity to showcase their ability and excel in an increasingly competitive world. 

 

It has been our commitment to grant access to education through scholarships and financial aid, establish partnerships with leading universities worldwide, and innovate in our academic programs, firmly believing that with the right tools, individuals can effectively pursue and achieve their dreams.

 

As such, we continue innovate and inspire, prioritizing the well-being of our students and remaining dedicated to supporting our Alumni as transformative forces in the community.

 

Sincerely,

Dr. Fernando León García

CETYS University President

Dr. Fernando León García CETYS University President
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Dr. Fernando León García

Dr. Fernando León García has been the President of CETYS University since 2010 and currently serves as the President of the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP) for the 2021-2024 period. He holds a Doctorate in Administration and Educational Policy from Stanford University and a degree in Industrial Engineering from CETYS University.

 

Dr. León García has been a driving force behind institutional accreditations by organizations in the United States, including the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), and the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

 

One of his major achievements has been the internationalization of CETYS, leading to one of the highest rates of internationalization for a Mexican institution. He previously served as the President of the International Division at City University of Seattle, overseeing programs, campuses, and partnerships in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

 

Dr. León García is a member of various councils and organizations, including the Association of Governing Boards (AGB), the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), Santander Universia Mexico, the Federation of Mexican Private Higher Education Institutions (FIMPES), the National Association of Universities and Higher Education Institutions (ANUIES), the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), the Center for Internationalization and Global Engagement of the American Council on Education (CIGE-ACE), the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), the Consortium for North American Higher Education Collaboration (CONAHEC), and the Association of International Educators (NAFSA).

  • American Council on Education or ACE (Commission on International and Global Engagement; ACE Council of Fellows)
  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Senior College and University Commission)
  • Association of Governing Boards or AGB (AGB Council of Presidents)
  • Council for the Advancement and Support of Education or CASE (CASE Board of Directors; CASE Latin American Council)
  • Association of International Educators or NAFSA (Board of Directors)
  • Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities or HACU (Board of Directors; Commission on International Education)
  • Consortium for North American Higher Education Collaboration or CONAHEC (Board of Directors)
  • Federation of Mexican Private Higher Education Institutions or FIMPES (Permanent Commission for the Evaluation and Updating of the Accreditation System)
  • National Association of Universities and Higher Education Institutions or ANUIES (National Council; Council of Private Universities and Related Institutions)
  • Universidad México (Board of Directors)

 

Throughout his professional career, Dr. Fernando León García has held various notable positions in higher education. He served as Co-President in Functions, President of the International Division, and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at City University of Seattle, overseeing programs and extensions in Slovakia, Greece, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Romania, Switzerland, China, Mexico, Canada, and Australia. Prior to this, he was the Academic Vice President of the International Department at the University of Phoenix/Apollo International and the Academic Vice President at CETYS University.

 

Dr. León García holds a Doctorate in Education with a concentration in Administration and Educational Policy from Stanford University. He obtained a Master’s Degree in Education with a specialization in International Educational Development, also from Stanford University. He graduated from CETYS University with a degree in Industrial Engineering and completed his High School studies there as well. Additionally, he was an American Council on Education Fellow in 1998-1999, conducting research at the University of Arizona and California State University Monterey Bay. In 2010, he took part in the Harvard Seminar for New Presidents.

 

Dr. León García was a CONACYT Scholar at Stanford University from 1978 to 1983. He was also a Rotary International Fellow from 1979-1980, a member of the National System of Researchers from 1985-1987 and 1987-1990, and a Scholar at CETYS University from 1971 to 1978.

 

He is a frequent speaker at international congresses and conferences on higher education. He is also a regular contributor in national and international media.

 

Dr. Fernando León García has been the President of CETYS University since 2010 and currently serves as the President of the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP) for the 2021-2024 period. He holds a Doctorate in Administration and Educational Policy from Stanford University and a degree in Industrial Engineering from CETYS University.

 

Dr. León García has been a driving force behind institutional accreditations by organizations in the United States, including the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), and the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

 

One of his major achievements has been the internationalization of CETYS, leading to one of the highest rates of internationalization for a Mexican institution. He previously served as the President of the International Division at City University of Seattle, overseeing programs, campuses, and partnerships in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

 

Dr. León García is a member of various councils and organizations, including the Association of Governing Boards (AGB), the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), Santander Universia Mexico, the Federation of Mexican Private Higher Education Institutions (FIMPES), the National Association of Universities and Higher Education Institutions (ANUIES), the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), the Center for Internationalization and Global Engagement of the American Council on Education (CIGE-ACE), the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), the Consortium for North American Higher Education Collaboration (CONAHEC), and the Association of International Educators (NAFSA).

  • American Council on Education or ACE (Commission on International and Global Engagement; ACE Council of Fellows)
  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Senior College and University Commission)
  • Association of Governing Boards or AGB (AGB Council of Presidents)
  • Council for the Advancement and Support of Education or CASE (CASE Board of Directors; CASE Latin American Council)
  • Association of International Educators or NAFSA (Board of Directors)
  • Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities or HACU (Board of Directors; Commission on International Education)
  • Consortium for North American Higher Education Collaboration or CONAHEC (Board of Directors)
  • Federation of Mexican Private Higher Education Institutions or FIMPES (Permanent Commission for the Evaluation and Updating of the Accreditation System)
  • National Association of Universities and Higher Education Institutions or ANUIES (National Council; Council of Private Universities and Related Institutions)
  • Universidad México (Board of Directors)

 

Throughout his professional career, Dr. Fernando León García has held various notable positions in higher education. He served as Co-President in Functions, President of the International Division, and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at City University of Seattle, overseeing programs and extensions in Slovakia, Greece, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Romania, Switzerland, China, Mexico, Canada, and Australia. Prior to this, he was the Academic Vice President of the International Department at the University of Phoenix/Apollo International and the Academic Vice President at CETYS University.

 

Dr. León García holds a Doctorate in Education with a concentration in Administration and Educational Policy from Stanford University. He obtained a Master’s Degree in Education with a specialization in International Educational Development, also from Stanford University. He graduated from CETYS University with a degree in Industrial Engineering and completed his High School studies there as well. Additionally, he was an American Council on Education Fellow in 1998-1999, conducting research at the University of Arizona and California State University Monterey Bay. In 2010, he took part in the Harvard Seminar for New Presidents.

 

Dr. León García was a CONACYT Scholar at Stanford University from 1978 to 1983. He was also a Rotary International Fellow from 1979-1980, a member of the National System of Researchers from 1985-1987 and 1987-1990, and a Scholar at CETYS University from 1971 to 1978.

 

He is a frequent speaker at international congresses and conferences on higher education. He is also a regular contributor in national and international media.

 

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