Escuela Libre de Derecho de Puebla, A.C.

What Escuela Libre de Derecho de Puebla, A.C. does

Escuela Libre de Derecho de Puebla, A.C. (ELDP) is a private non-profit legal education institution (Asociación Civil) founded in 1986 and located in the historic center of Puebla, Mexico. The institution is explicitly independent from the better-known Escuela Libre de Derecho de la Ciudad de México and operates as a single-campus school with 39 employees serving approximately 700 students. Its core academic portfolio comprises an undergraduate law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho, 600-credit program), 12 master's programs (Maestrías), one doctoral program (Doctorado en Derecho), and extension university offerings including courses and diploma programs. A specialized program for migrant communities (Oferta para Migrantes) extends the addressable market beyond domestic students.

The school's underlying technology stack is modest and conventional: a WebEscolar online intranet for student services and academic administration, a public website (eldp.edu.mx) handling admissions and program information, and active social media channels (Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube). Revenue is generated almost exclusively from tuition and program fees across its academic offerings; pricing is not publicly disclosed and prospective students must initiate the admissions process for specific figures. The institution holds ISO 9001:2015 certification covering core academic processes from promotion through degree completion, and was ranked first among 57 law schools in the Valle de México and Puebla region based on a 2026 survey of 600+ employers conducted by Grupo Reforma.

Go-to-market is event-driven and partnership-led rather than advertising-led: enrollment is driven through open admissions campaigns, on-campus visits (Tour Académico, Vivencia Vocacional), conferences featuring national legal figures, and an expanding network of formal collaboration agreements with secondary schools (Preparatoria Trozmer, COBAT Tlaxcala, COBAV), government bodies (SEP Puebla, ISSSTE, CDH Puebla), industry chambers (CMIC), and academic organizations (ANFADE). Distribution is direct through institutional admissions staff, with channel partnerships serving as feeder pipelines and scholarship vehicles for member communities.

Name

Escuela Libre de Derecho de Puebla, A.C.

Legal name

Escuela Libre de Derecho de Puebla, A.C.

Website

https://eldp.edu.mx

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Escuela Libre de Derecho de Puebla (ELDP) is a private non-profit law school in Puebla, Mexico, offering undergraduate, master's, and doctoral legal education programs to approximately 700 students, independent from the Mexico City institution of similar name.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Puebla

HQ country

Mexico

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition and academic programs: Revenue is generated primarily from tuition and fees for educational programs including the undergraduate law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho), 12 master's programs (Maestrías), one doctoral program (Doctorado), and extension university offerings (cursos and diplomados). This represents the core revenue stream for the private educational institution.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Escuela Libre de Derecho de Puebla, A.C. is a private non-profit legal education institution in Puebla, Mexico that delivers higher education programs in law. Its core offerings include an undergraduate law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho), 12 master's degree programs (Maestrías), one doctoral program (Doctorado), and continuing legal education through Extensión Universitaria (cursos y diplomados). The institution also offers specialized programs for migrant communities (Oferta para Migrantes) and operates a WebEscolar online intranet platform for student academic administration.

Product overview

Escuela Libre de Derecho de Puebla, A.C. is an educational institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of legal education programs. The core offering consists of the undergraduate Licenciatura en Derecho (law degree), 12 specialized Maestrías (master's programs), and one Doctorado (doctorate). Additional offerings include Extensión Universitaria with continuing education courses and diploma programs. The institution also provides specialized programs for migrants and has an Intranet platform for student services. The school emphasizes academic excellence with 40 years of experience, serving 700 students with 2000+ graduates and maintaining ISO 9001:2015 quality certification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Licenciatura en Derecho (Undergraduate Law Degree) Undergraduate law degree program providing foundational legal education with comprehensive coursework in Mexican law, preparation for bar examinations, and professional legal practice. Structured around 600 credits.
• Maestrías (Master's Degree Programs) Twelve graduate-level master's degree programs in specialized areas of law, providing advanced legal specialization for practicing lawyers and graduates.
• Doctorado en Derecho (Doctoral Program in Law) Doctoral program in law providing advanced research and academic training for legal scholars and researchers.
• Extensión Universitaria (Continuing Legal Education) Continuing education and professional development programs including courses, workshops, and diploma programs (cursos y diplomados) for legal professionals and the broader community.
• Oferta para Migrantes (Programs for Migrants) Specialized educational programs designed for migrant communities, providing legal tools and knowledge to guarantee their rights and opportunities while living or working abroad.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2000+ graduates occupying top legal positions and high-responsibility public service posts

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Preparatoria TrozmercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 May 2026Collaboration agreement signed by President Executive Lic. Gerardo Tejeda Foncerrada and Rector Lic. Teresa Guzmán, designed to strengthen academic linkage and provide formation and growth opportunities for new generations.
• Gobierno del Estado de PueblaflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 February 2026Hosting of conference 'Gobierno Bioético' by Governor Dr. Alejandro Armenta Mier, demonstrating high-level institutional engagement and governmental collaboration.
• Bachillerato Antonio Audirac – Teziutlán (EPFAA Oficial)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 February 2026Collaboration agreement signed by Lic. Gerardo Tejeda Foncerrada and Director Mtra. Nallely Márquez Ordóñez to strengthen inter-institutional ties and create new educational opportunities for students.
• Secretaría de Igualdad SustantivacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 October 2025Agreement with Head Lic. Zaira Gonzalez to strengthen joint actions in training, professional internships, and community service in the area of substantive equality and social responsibility.
• Fondo para el Fortalecimiento de la Microempresa (FOFOMI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2025Collaboration agreement enabling students to carry out professional internships and community service while gaining real-world experience in the microenterprise sector.
• Ayuntamiento de San Pedro CholulacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 August 2025Agreement signed with President Municipal Lic. Tonantzin Fernández to provide students with professional internship and community service opportunities, plus benefits and discounts for municipal residents and workers.
• Consejo Estatal de Coordinación del Sistema Nacional de Seguridad PúblicacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 July 2025Agreement providing exclusive scholarships and discounts for Council members and enabling students to perform community service and professional internships at the institution.
• CDH Puebla (Comisión de Derechos Humanos de Puebla)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 June 2025Agreement establishing special benefits for CDH staff, including exclusive discounts on academic programs to strengthen professional development and commitment to human rights.
• Comisión de Atención a Víctimas PueblacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 June 2025Agreement to generate professional development spaces for students through community service and professional internships in a key institution for human rights defense and comprehensive victim care.
• Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación (SCJN)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2025Conference hosting by Dra. Loretta Ortiz Ahlf, Minister of the SCJN, on the challenges of the Supreme Court within the context of judicial reform, demonstrating highest-level judicial engagement.
• Consejo Coordinador de Mujeres Empresarias Capítulo PueblacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 April 2025Agreement strengthening links between academia and business sector, creating spaces for formation, collaboration, and professional growth for the academic community.
• Academia Internacional de Licenciados en DerechoflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 March 2025Collaboration agreement to establish academic and professional alliances that strengthen the legal development and training of the academic community.
• Academia Mexicana de Derecho del Trabajo y de la Previsión Social, Delegación PueblacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 March 2025Ceremony for the taking of office of the Board of the Academy of Labor Law, strengthening ties in the labor law field and recognizing distinguished members.
• Centro de Conciliación Laboral del Estado de PueblacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 March 2025Agreement enabling students to perform community service and professional internships, strengthening their training with practical experience in labor law and conciliation.
• Instituto de Capacitación para el Trabajo del Estado de Puebla (ICATEP)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 February 2025Collaboration agreement providing exclusive scholarships and discounts on academic offerings to expand professional formation and growth opportunities for the community.
• Revista PhysiosminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 November 2024Collaboration agreement to promote the creation and dissemination of scientific articles that inspire and build new academic ideas.
• Universidad de la Salud del Estado de Puebla (USEP)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 October 2024Collaboration agreement providing scholarships and discounts to USEP community members to access quality legal education at the institution.
• Secretaría de Educación Pública de Puebla (SEP Puebla)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 September 2024Agreement signed by Secretary Mtro. Jorge Estefan Chidiac and President Lic. Gerardo Tejeda Foncerrada enabling SEP workers, family members, and teachers to receive scholarships for all academic programs from undergraduate through doctoral level.
• Comité de Participación Ciudadana PueblacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 September 2024Collaboration agreement aimed at providing access to quality education and promising futures for more people through academic program discounts and educational opportunities.
• Escuela Naval de Cadetes Almirante Padilla (ENAP), ColombiaflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 September 2024Marco Cooperation Agreement signed for academic cooperation in law and maritime affairs, strengthening knowledge management and professional development in both institutions across international borders.
• ANFADE (Asociación Nacional de Facultades, Escuelas y Departamentos de Derecho e Institutos de Investigación Jurídica, A.C.)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 September 2024Active participation in ANFADE events including the XXXV National Congress in Tijuana and academic work meetings, contributing to national dialogue, collaboration, and legal education development in Mexico.
• Jornadas Internacionales de Derecho de Familia (Argentina)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 September 2024International participation by Lic. Gerardo Tejeda Foncerrada and Mtro. Francisco Javier De La Fuente Linares alongside Latin American legal academics, representing the institution at an international level.
• Cámara Mexicana de la Industria de la Construcción (CMIC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 August 2024Collaboration agreement providing scholarships and discounts for members in the construction industry to access academic programs including undergraduate, courses, diplomas, master's, and doctoral offerings.
• Colegio de Bachilleres del Estado de VeracruzcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 August 2024Collaboration agreement signed to promote educational excellence through joint academic initiatives between the law school and the preparatory institution.
• Colegio de Bachilleres del Estado de Tlaxcala (COBAT Tlaxcala)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 June 2024Collaboration agreement with Lic. Gerardo Tejeda Foncerrada delivering a class on legal culture to teaching staff and administrators; alliance to strengthen educational ties and promote learning based on ethical and legal principles.
• Instituto de Seguridad y Servicios Sociales de los Trabajadores del Estado (ISSSTE), Delegación PueblacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 June 2024Training and updating agreement in legal areas for ISSSTE Puebla staff, contributing to the professional development of public health sector employees.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP): Public university headquartered in Puebla with a large Facultad de Derecho. Serves the same Puebla student market as ELDP but at lower tuition and broader program scope, making it ELDP's primary local head-to-head competitor.

Direct peers

• Universidad de las Américas Puebla (UDLAP): Elite private university in Puebla offering law and other graduate programs. Competes with ELDP for high-achieving Puebla-region students seeking private legal credentials.
• Universidad Iberoamericana (IBERO): Jesuit private university in Mexico City with a respected law faculty. Comparable in mission, tuition model, and emphasis on practitioner-led instruction.
• Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM): Elite private university in Mexico City with a highly regarded law program. Targets the same high-achieving student segment as ELDP and competes for graduate-level law talent nationally.
• Universidad Panamericana: Private university with multiple campuses offering law programs alongside business and other professional degrees. Competes with ELDP for private-university law students seeking practitioner-oriented legal education.
• Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla (UPAEP): Major private university in Puebla offering law programs alongside other disciplines. Directly competes for the same Puebla-based private-university law students that ELDP targets.
• Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) - Facultad de Derecho: Mexico's largest and most prestigious public law school offering the Licenciatura en Derecho plus graduate programs. While publicly funded and far larger, it competes directly for top law students nationwide and sets the benchmark ELDP is measured against.
• Universidad Anáhuac México: Large private university network with multiple law programs and graduate offerings. Competes nationally with ELDP for graduate-level law students and is comparable in mission, scale, and tuition model.
• Escuela Libre de Derecho de la Ciudad de México: The flagship "Escuela Libre de Derecho" in Mexico City shares the same brand root, legal-education-only mission, and practitioner-faculty model as ELDP. ELDP explicitly positions itself as an independent sister institution, making this the most direct comparable.

Broad incumbents

• Universidad del Valle de México (UVM): Large for-profit university network with broad program offerings including law. While not a specialist law school, it competes for students seeking private legal credentials at potentially lower price points and broader geographic reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ELDPuebla
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ELDP
• Facebookfacebook.com/Escuelalibredederecho.puebla
• Instagraminstagram.com/eldpuebla
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/eldp

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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Investments

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