UNAM Los Angeles

Name

UNAM Los Angeles

Legal name

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México en Los Ángeles

Website

https://unamla.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Language Education Services

NAICS

Language Schools (611630), Language Schools (61163), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Online-to-Offline Hybrid Language Immersion Programs (EDAIAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Immigrant/Integration Language Programs (ESL/ESOL, Civics-Integrated) (EDAMAFAK), Online/Hybrid ASE Programs & Virtual Classrooms (EDAAABAG), Online/Hybrid Lifelong Learning Platforms & Open Enrollment Programs (EDAAAEAL), Immigration, Citizenship & Integration Language Exam Prep (EDANACAG)

Keywords

• Spanish language instruction
• English language courses
• Online language learning
• Spanish proficiency certification
• Teacher training programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Spanish Language Courses: Revenue from group Spanish language courses taught online and in-person. Online classes cost $180 per unit (12 hours over 4 weeks). In-person intensive courses run every 5 weeks with small groups of 3-7 students.
2. English Online Courses (Zlingo): Self-paced English learning platform with one-time fee of $25 for 12-month access to all levels. This is a partnership with Zlingo platform.
3. TOEFL Preparation Courses: Intensive TOEFL iBT preparation courses at $160 per course. Regular courses run 8 weeks with 16 classes (2 sessions per week). Summer intensive courses run 4 weeks with 16 classes.
4. English Pronunciation Courses: English pronunciation courses priced at $160, running 10 weeks with weekly sessions or 5 weeks intensive with twice-weekly sessions.
5. Spanish Proficiency Examinations: Revenue from administering international Spanish language certification exams including SIELE ($70-$175) and EXELEAA ($125) and DEES diagnostic test ($30).
6. Donations: Non-profit donations from supporters to fund educational and cultural mission. Accepts monetary contributions via PayPal.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

UNAM Los Angeles is a non-profit representation office of UNAM in California that delivers Spanish and English language instruction across online group, in-person, private, and self-paced formats, administers internationally recognized Spanish proficiency exams (SIELE, EXELEAA, DEES), and facilitates access to UNAM's online academic programs including B@UNAM high school, 20 online bachelor's degrees, graduate programs, and Spanish-language teacher training. Cultural and academic activities for the Mexican diaspora complement the educational portfolio, with all offerings backed by UNAM's 100-year teaching legacy and brand recognition as a top-100 global university.

Product overview

UNAM Los Angeles is a non-profit representation office in California of the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), offering a comprehensive educational portfolio centered on language instruction and academic programs. The core offerings include Spanish language courses (online group, in-person group, and private classes), Spanish proficiency certifications (SIELE, EXELEAA, DEES), and English language courses through the Zlingo platform including TOEFL and pronunciation preparation. The institution also provides pathways to UNAM's online academic programs including B@UNAM high school, 20 undergraduate degrees (licenciaturas), and graduate programs (posgrado), plus teacher training programs (DIBEELE, DIAPELE, LICEL, EELE). Cultural and academic activities complement the educational offerings, with all programs backed by UNAM's 100 years of teaching experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ZLINGO: Online English learning platform offered by UNAM Los Angeles through the Zlingo platform.
• B@UNAM
• Verano Puma TOEFL
• Verano Puma Pronunciación

Products and services

• Spanish Online Group Classes Live online Spanish language instruction in small groups of 3-6 students, meeting twice weekly for 12 hours over 4 weeks per unit, covering CEFR levels A1 through C1. Targeted at adult learners seeking structured, instructor-led Spanish training.
• Spanish In-Person Group Classes Intensive in-person Spanish instruction delivered at the UNAM-LA office at 634 S. Spring St. Suite 910, Los Angeles, in small groups of 3-7 students meeting twice weekly. Covers levels A1 through B2 with new sessions starting every 5 weeks.
• Spanish Private Online Classes One-on-one personalized online Spanish instruction tailored to the individual student's needs and schedule. Targeted at adult learners seeking customized pacing and content.
• SIELE Spanish Proficiency Exam International Spanish Language Assessment Service certification exam administered at the Los Angeles office, covering CEFR levels A2 through C1 and priced $70 to $175. Targets non-native Spanish speakers needing globally recognized proficiency certification.
• EXELEAA Spanish Proficiency Exam UNAM-specific Spanish as a Foreign Language Proficiency Exam for Academic Purposes, priced at $125, for non-Spanish speakers seeking Mexican exchange programs or university degrees.
• DEES Diagnostic Exam Diagnosis of Written Expression in Spanish (DEES), priced at $30, evaluating written Spanish proficiency for adults at B2 level or above, including both native and non-native speakers.
• ZLINGO English Online Course Self-paced English learning platform delivered through the Zlingo platform with 12 months of full access for a one-time $25 fee. Offers basic, intermediate, and advanced levels. Targeted at Spanish-speaking learners seeking affordable, flexible English study.
• TOEFL iBT Preparation Course Eight-week online TOEFL exam preparation course with 16 classes meeting twice weekly, covering advanced English skills with emphasis on written and oral essays. Priced at $160 with a minimum of 10 students required to open the class.
• Verano Puma TOEFL Intensive Four-week intensive TOEFL preparation course meeting four times per week with 16 total classes, offering morning and afternoon time slots and priced at $160. Designed for learners needing an accelerated summer schedule.
• English Pronunciation Course Ten-week online English pronunciation course meeting weekly, focused on English sounds in isolated words and context, with a stated outcome of 70% to 80% pronunciation improvement. Priced at $160 with a minimum of 5 students to open the class.
• Verano Puma Pronunciación Intensive Five-week intensive English pronunciation course meeting twice weekly, scheduled July 8 – August 7, 2026 and priced at $160. Targeted at learners wanting accelerated summer progress.
• B@UNAM High School Program Online Mexican high school (bachillerato) program in Spanish for Spanish speakers outside Mexico, lasting approximately 2.5 years and offered on a full scholarship to accepted students (only a ~$30 USD admission exam fee applies). Graduates receive Pase Reglamentario granting automatic admission to all 20 UNAM online bachelor's degrees.
• Licenciaturas (Online Bachelor's Degrees) Twenty online undergraduate degree programs offered through UNAM for Mexicans and Spanish speakers in the United States. Includes pre-registration, entrance exam, and possible propaedeutic course.
• Posgrado (Graduate Programs) Graduate programs including specializations, master's, and doctoral degrees offered through UNAM's General Coordination of Graduate Studies, with applications routed through posgrado.unam.mx.
• DIBEELE Teacher Training Program One-semester, 180-hour online program preparing participants to become Spanish-as-a-second-language teachers, delivered in four modules covering language acquisition, linguistics, methodology, and teaching evaluation. Targeted at aspiring Spanish-language teachers.
• DIAPELE Professional Development Program One-year, 386-hour online professionalization program for Spanish teachers who already hold a literature or linguistics background, structured in six modules. Targeted at in-service Spanish teachers seeking deeper specialization.
• LICEL Online Bachelor's in Language Teaching Four-year (eight-semester) online UNAM bachelor's degree in Language Teaching comprising 325 credits across 32 subjects, covering language systems, pedagogical training, research methodology, and language and culture. Targeted at individuals pursuing a full degree in language teaching.
• EELE Spanish Teaching Specialization Two-year (four-semester) online graduate specialization with 61 credits across 16 subjects for Spanish teachers who already hold a degree in literature or linguistics. Targeted at in-service teachers seeking graduate-level specialization.

Quantifiable outcome

• Pronunciation course participants improve their pronunciation by 70% to 80%
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration6 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

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

• ZlingocoreTechnology or IntegrationZlingo is the online learning platform partner for English courses. UNAM Los Angeles offers access to the Zlingo platform at $25 for 12 months, providing self-paced English learning from basic to advanced levels. The platform is used exclusively for English language instruction.
• SIELE (Servicio Internacional de Evaluacion de la Lengua Espanola)coreTechnology or IntegrationSIELE is the international Spanish language assessment service that certifies Spanish proficiency following CEFR levels. UNAM Los Angeles serves as an authorized SIELE testing center in Los Angeles, offering exams at $70-$175 for levels A2 through C1.
• CEPE UNAM (Centro de Ensenanza y Aprendizaje de Idiomas)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEPE is the UNAM center for language teaching and learning. UNAM Los Angeles facilitates access to CEPE programs including DIBEELE (Spanish teacher training - 180 hours), DIAPELE (Spanish teaching professionalization - 386 hours), and EELE (Spanish specialization for graduate students - 61 credits).
• LICEL (Licenciatura en Ensenanza de Lenguas)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLICEL is UNAM's online bachelor's degree in Language Teaching. UNAM Los Angeles promotes and facilitates enrollment for this 4-year, 325-credit, 32-course program aimed at training Spanish language teachers.
• UNAM (Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNAM Los Angeles is an official representation office of UNAM in California. The organization leverages UNAM's 100-year educational legacy, brand reputation, and academic programs including online degrees, certifications, and cultural activities.
• Iglesia Presbiteriana de ClaremontminorOthersHost venue for cultural activities and workshops such as the Pyramids of the World art and culture workshop on June 27, 2026.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Berlitz Corporation: Global private language school operator offering Spanish, English, and other language instruction in-person and online. Comparable to UNAM-LA on course offerings and pricing model, but a for-profit incumbent with broader global footprint.
• Babbel: Subscription-based language learning platform offering Spanish and English courses to consumer and enterprise markets. Competes with UNAM-LA's online language offerings on convenience, price, and self-paced learning.
• EF Education First: Global private education company offering language courses, study abroad, and academic programs with a major presence in both Spanish and English instruction. Comparable to UNAM-LA across language offerings, exam prep, and degree pathways.
• Duolingo: Leading consumer language-learning app with millions of Spanish and English learners worldwide. Competes with UNAM-LA's Zlingo and TOEFL prep on the self-paced, low-cost end of the market.
• inlingua International: International language training network with centers worldwide offering group and private language courses, including Spanish. Comparable in delivery model (in-person + online, group classes) and target audience of adult learners.

Direct peers

• Goethe-Institut: Germany's official cultural institute offering German language courses, teacher training, and cultural programming globally. Directly analogous mission to UNAM-LA, including exam administration and in-person/online hybrid delivery.
• Instituto Cervantes: Spain's official international institution for Spanish language and culture, operating certified centers worldwide. Closest peer to UNAM-LA: both are government-backed Spanish-language cultural-educational institutions that deliver accredited instruction and DELE/SIELE-aligned certifications in foreign markets.
• Alliance Française: Global French-language and cultural network with local chapters offering classes, certifications, and cultural events. Same operating model as UNAM-LA but for French, providing a directly comparable benchmark for international cultural-educational representation offices.

Emerging players

• Casa de las Américas (Los Angeles): Cuban cultural institution with US programming promoting Spanish-language arts and Latin American culture. Comparable to UNAM-LA on the cultural/community engagement side for the Hispanic diaspora in the US.
• Academia Latinoamericana de Español: Latin America-based Spanish immersion school offering in-person and online Spanish courses for foreigners, with similar SIELE-aligned exam services. Comparable to UNAM-LA on immersion pedagogy and certification, though focused on inbound learners traveling to Latin America.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/TheUNAMLA
• Facebookfacebook.com/unamla
• Instagraminstagram.com/unam_losangeles/?hl=en
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/unam-los-angeles

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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