Autonomous University of Sinaloa

What Autonomous University of Sinaloa does

The Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa (UAS) is a public, autonomous university headquartered in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico, operating as the largest higher education institution in the state of Sinaloa. It serves approximately 50,000 prospective students annually through an institutional entrance exam and operates across four regional units (Centro, Sur, Norte, Centro-Norte) covering more than 100 academic units, including preparatory schools, undergraduate faculties, and graduate programs. UAS delivers educational services from high school equivalency through doctoral levels, with specialized programs in gender studies, including the recognized Master's in Gender Violence (Maestría en Violencias de Género), the Licenciatura en Estudios de Género in virtual modality, and the Especialidad en Educación para la Paz.

UAS's product and service ecosystem extends beyond traditional academics to include a virtual learning platform (Aula Virtual), a university library system (Sistema Bibliotecario), a computing center (Centro de Cómputo Universitario), a Technology Innovation Park (Parque de Innovación Tecnológica), broadcast media (UAS TV, Radio UAS), the Semanario Buelna weekly publication, and a comprehensive Centro de Políticas de Género para la Igualdad entre Mujeres y Hombres (CPGIMH). The CPGIMH hosts the Observatorio del Feminicidio, which has documented 1,530 cases of murdered women across 18 municipalities of Sinaloa from 1999 to 2023, the Centro de Documentación Inés Arredondo, and victim support units for sexual violence and LGBTQ+ community members. UAS also operates the Estancia Infantil UAS (free childcare for student parents) and runs cultural and athletic programs (Águilas UAS).

UAS's revenue model is predominantly subscription-based from federal and state government budgetary allocations, which constitute the primary funding source. Marginal tuition revenue comes from graduate programs (specialty programs at $2,000 MXN registration + $2,000 MXN monthly + $3,000 MXN closing fee; Master's programs at $2,500 MXN per semester) and the virtual Gender Studies licenciatura (ranging from $500-$2,000 MXN per semester depending on student status). The go-to-market is a sales-led institutional admissions process combined with event-driven awareness campaigns (Radio UAS, UAS TV, Semanario Buelna), serving prospective students as the primary customer segment, with secondary stakeholders including faculty, government agencies, and women's rights organizations.

Name

Autonomous University of Sinaloa

Legal name

Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa

Website

https://uas.edu.mx

Company type

Private

Founded year

1873

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa is a public autonomous university headquartered in Culiacán, serving the state of Sinaloa through four regional units, approximately 50,000 annual applicants, and over 100 academic units spanning preparatory to doctoral levels, with specialized gender studies and community outreach programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Culiacán

HQ country

Mexico

HQ region

Latin America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Federal and State Funding: Government budgetary allocations from federal and state governments constitute the primary funding source for university operations, infrastructure, and academic programs.
2. Graduate Program Tuition: Specialty programs charge registration fees ($2,000 MXN), monthly tuition ($2,000 MXN), and closing fees ($3,000 MXN). Master's programs charge $2,500 MXN per semester.
3. Gender Studies Program Fees: Licenciatura enrollment $500 MXN, UAS student tuition $1,000 MXN, UAS staff tuition $1,500 MXN, general public $2,000 MXN, certificate issuance $300 MXN

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa (UAS) is a public higher education institution delivering educational programs from preparatory (Bachillerato) through doctoral levels across four regional units in Sinaloa, Mexico. It operates bachelor's degree (Licenciatura), master's (Maestría), and specialty (Especialidad) programs — including specialized offerings in Gender Studies and Gender Violence — alongside research services, library systems, virtual learning platforms, media broadcasting (TV and radio), and community outreach programs. The university is primarily funded by federal and state government allocations with limited tuition revenue from graduate programs.

Product overview

The Autonomous University of Sinaloa operates as a comprehensive public university with a diverse portfolio of academic programs and support services. Its product and service ecosystem includes: (1) Traditional educational services through pre-inscription and educational offerings at undergraduate and graduate levels; (2) Specialized gender equality centers and programs including the Master's in Gender-Based Violence, virtual undergraduate Gender Studies, and specialty in Peace Education; (3) Media services comprising UAS TV, Radio UAS, and the Semanario Buelna digital publication; (4) Technology infrastructure including Aula Virtual (LMS), the University Computing Center, and the Technology Innovation Park; (5) Research and documentation services such as the Femicide Observatory, Inés Arredondo Documentation Center, and University Library System; (6) Support services for violence victims, LGBTQ+ individuals, and student parents through the childcare center; and (7) University merchandise and raffle products. The university functions as a platform providing educational programs, research services, media broadcasting, and community support rather than a unified software product.

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Products and services

• Bachillerato (Preparatory Education Programs) High school-equivalent preparatory education programs offered across the four regional units of UAS, also available in virtual modality for statewide access. Designed for prospective university students in Sinaloa.
• Licenciatura (Bachelor's Degree Programs) Four-year undergraduate degree programs in various disciplines offered through faculties across the four regional units of UAS for students seeking higher education credentials.
• Maestr\u00eda en Violencias de G\u00e9nero (Master's in Gender Violence) Professionalizing master's degree program focused on preventing, addressing, and punishing gender-based violence, offered jointly by CPGIMH and the Faculty of Law. Recognized by the Sistema Nacional de Posgrados; enrollment limited to maximum 20 students per generation. Tuition: $2,500 MXN per semester.
• Licenciatura en Estudios de G\u00e9nero (Virtual Undergraduate Gender Studies) Non-school-based (virtual) undergraduate degree program in Gender Studies offered by UAS. Tiered pricing: $500 MXN enrollment, $1,000 MXN/semester (UAS students), $1,500 MXN/semester (UAS staff), $2,000 MXN/semester (general public), $300 MXN certificate issuance.
• Especialidad en Educaci\u00f3n para la Paz, Igualdad de G\u00e9nero y Derechos Humanos Postgraduate specialty program training teaching and administrative staff in peace studies, gender equality, and human rights for higher education institutions. Registration: $2,000 MXN, Monthly tuition: $2,000 MXN, Closing fee: $3,000 MXN.
• Observatorio del Feminicidio (Feminicide Observatory) Documentation and monitoring system tracking femicide cases in Sinaloa, with georeferenced data covering 1,530 cases from 1999 to 2023 across all 18 municipalities. Operated through the Centro de Documentaci\u00f3n In\u00e9s Arredondo.
• Aula Virtual (Virtual Learning Management System) Virtual learning management system providing online classroom capabilities for students and faculty across UAS programs.
• Radio UAS (University Radio Station) University radio station broadcasting on AM 1150 and FM 96.1, also available online, featuring programming including 'La Otredad' (Fridays 2:30-3:00 PM) discussing feminism, sexual diversity, and gender topics.
• UAS TV (University Television Channel) University television channel broadcasting educational content, news, and cultural programming for the UAS community and broader Sinaloa public.
• Semanario Buelna (Weekly Digital Publication) Weekly digital publication by the Direcci\u00f3n General de Comunicaci\u00f3n Social of UAS, covering university news, events, and institutional achievements.
• Unidad de Atenci\u00f3n a la Violencia Sexual (Sexual Violence Support Unit) Unit providing confidential support, complaint processing, and legal guidance for victims of sexual violence within the university community.
• Unidad de Atenci\u00f3n a la Diversidad Sexogen\u00e9rica (Sexogender Diversity Support Unit) Unit promoting non-discrimination and equal opportunities for LGBTQ+ individuals within the university, offering counseling and complaint services.
• Estancia Infantil UAS (University Childcare Center) Free childcare service for children ages 1-3 of university students (undergraduate, graduate, social service, and internship), operating Monday to Friday to reduce school dropout rates.
• Parque de Innovaci\u00f3n Tecnol\u00f3gica (Technology Innovation Park) Technology park fostering innovation and technological development for the university community and Sinaloa region.
• Centro de C\u00f3mputo Universitario (University Computing Center) University computing center providing computer services and resources to the UAS academic community.
• Sistema Bibliotecario (University Library System) University library system offering bibliographic resources, loan services, and research support across all UAS campuses.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Universidad de SalamancacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational academic partnership for collaboration in gender violence research and academic exchange between faculty and students of both institutions.
• Universidad de ValenciacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational collaboration in higher education and research activities, particularly in gender studies and women's rights.
• Universidad de la HabanacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic exchange and research collaboration with Cuban institution in gender studies and social sciences.
• Universidad de Ciego de ÁvilaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership for faculty and student exchange programs.
• Universidad Externado (Colombia)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational collaboration with Colombian law school focusing on legal studies and gender justice research.
• Universidad Autónoma de Baja CaliforniacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational consortium partnership for academic collaboration and student mobility programs.
• Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo LeóncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration in research and academic programs with major Mexican public university.
• Universidad de GuadalajaracoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational academic partnership for joint research initiatives and faculty exchange.
• Universidad Nacional Autónoma de MéxicocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Mexico's premier university for research and academic development.
• Suprema Corte de la NacióncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJudicial partnership for gender justice research and legal training programs.
• Fiscalía General de Justicia del Estado de SinaloacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on gender violence prevention, criminal prosecution research, and victim support programs.
• H. Congreso del Estado de SinaloacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLegislative partnership for gender policy development and legal reform initiatives.
• Instituto Sinaloense de las Mujeres (Secretaría de las Mujeres)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partnership for gender equality policies and women's rights programs at state level.
• Unidas por la Paz-IAPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCivil society organization partnership for peace and gender violence prevention initiatives.
• RENIES-ANUIES 'Caminos para la Igualdad'coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational network of higher education institutions promoting gender equality in Mexican universities.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/UASoficial

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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