Information
for Incoming students
WELCOME TO UNIVERSIDAD PANAMERICANA
On this webpage, you will find details about
Orientation Day
Fall 2024
Details about the Orientation day, which occurs on the Friday before the first day of classes. This session will provide you with all the necessary information about your exchange semester and is an ideal opportunity for you to pose any queries you may have.
You will have the opportunity to meet all the international students and everyone from the International Affairs office. By attending this orientation session, you will receive more information on our social events, sports opportunities, artistic workshops and more.
It is crucial to attend this event, and you must arrive at the designated time specified by the Incoming Coordinator in forthcoming official emails.
This Fall 2024 the orientation day will be held on August 02, 2024.
Further details about the event will be shared with you via email.
Don't miss it!!
Before you travel
When planning to buy your airplane ticket, we recommend you to arrive a few days earlier than your initial day of classes, so you can:
Get to know how to move around in the city
Get acquainted to your new housing
Check for any immigration formalities
Research transportation and more.
International Buddy Program
Adjusting to a new cultural environment can be thrilling and demanding. Fresh international students at the Universidad Panamericana frequently have numerous inquiries and worries during their initial weeks on grounds. The International Buddy Program was established to alleviate this experience, with present UP students serving as guide for newcomers.
*Available only in Campus Mexico City and Guadalajara
We promote:
Individual connections between current UP students and new international students
Building a globally minded community
Peer support in finding ways to be actively involved on campus
What can new students expect for joining the International Buddy Program?
Connect with a current UP student before arriving
Get a personal tour of campus and resources.
Explore cultural differences in studying at the UP and living in Guadalajara
Join events with other new international students and other current UP students
International Buddy Program is FREE and fun
We have it each semester for our new international students , you´ll receive the invitation to participate via email
Migration and Students' Visa
Students coming for one semster are permitted to enter the country without a student visa for up to 180 days. In the event your country is on the list, you must hold a valid visa to enter the country regardless of the duration of your stay.
For students staying more than 180 days (two semesters), UP provides a letter for visa approval. To apply for the visa, students must go through the nearest Mexican Consulate in their home country. It is recommended that students apply as soon as they receive the acceptance letter, since the visa process may take several weeks.
Housing
Universidad Panamericana does not offer on-campus housing, but we do provide a list of available accomodations every semester to assist our students in finding suitable place to stay. These options include host families, student housing or shared apartments.
You can find here some options:
Housing options for each campus
Housing Disclaimer Information
Centros Culturales de México, A.C., hereinafter referred to as Universidad Panamericana and all the institutions belonging to the UP-IPADE system, shall not be held responsible, nor shall they be considered as a party to any contractual, extra-contractual, or judicial relationships, arising from the interaction between the students who utilize the information on our pages or official media, and the suppliers and/or possible lessors of any kind of service or lease.
Universidad Panamericana and all the institutions belonging to the UP-IPADE system dissociates themselves from any type of transaction involving the aforementioned subjects, and therefore does not collect or request information of such relationships, and likewise, does not provide any type of information for such purposes.
Average Living Expenses in Mexico
Housing
300 - 400 USD per month
Meal in a restaurant
10- 15 USD per meal
Meal at school
6- 8 USD per meal
Taxi from airport
25 USD
Bus
0.50 - 0.70 cents USD
per ride
(80 per month)
Books/study materials
150 USD per semester
Water bottle
1 USD per bottle
Cup of coffee
2 USD per cup
Drinks
5 USD per drink
The following is a rough guide to living costs for international students living in Mexico (in American dollars). Of course, these will vary depending on your preferred standard of living and where you choose to live
Students' Regulations
Important aspects to keep in mind
Keep close communication with your International Affairs coordinator.
Don't forget to check the number of absences you are allowed to have before planning any trip on school days, personal trips are not justified absences in your classes
Insurance Recommendations
Insurance Plan UP Recommends
In our longstanding partnership with Eduservicios internacionales, swhe have found their insurance plan to be both affordable and comprehensive. As such, we highly recommend it to our students as a viable option. If you are interested in enrolling, please click on the button to obtain additional information about it.
*Please note that all arrangements must be made directly with the company.
Plan "Student 100 + Special RC"
30% off for being a UP student
Example for 6 months (180 days) = 382.49 USD + VAT - 30% = 310.59 USD + TAX.
Example for 5 months (150 days) = 322.50 USD + VAT - 30% = 261.87 USD + TAX.
For more information:
hola@seguroparaintercambio.com
a. Things to know about medical insurance for international students
KEEP IN MIND
Check your insurance conditions and pay attention to the conditions that are not covered.
Make sure you have saved on your phone the number to call in case of an emergency
Keep close to you the number of your insurance policy, you´ll need it in case of an emergency.
If you are planning on practicing “extreme” sports (motocross, parkour, mountain climbing, etc.) make sure your insurance
covers you in case of an accident.
Have some budget to cover the cost of an emergency. Some insurance companies do not reimburse automatically.
When it comes to Covid coverage, insurance plans can vary from one another, so you should read your policy carefully and ask your insurance provider if you have questions.
Keep in mind that if you have an accident under the influence of alcohol or drugs it is very likely that your insurance policy does not cover you.
b. Insurance policy requirements
It is preferably that your insurance policy has the following requirements:
International coverage
International assistance service included
No coverage limits for pre-existing conditions.
Repatriation of remains in the event of death
Transfer and Medical Repatriation
Medical benefits of at least USD $50,000 per accident
Indemnity for total permanent disability cause by an accident
Indemnity for accidental death
Copayment of medical expenses of no more than 25%
Confirmation that medical costs are covered directly by the company and that the student will not be required to file for reimbursement for amounts exceeding the deductible.