Universidad Tecnológica Nacional

Overview

Universidad Tecnológica Nacional (UTN) is Argentina’s premier technical university and the only national university focused exclusively on engineering and technology. Founded in 1959, UTN has grown into a major engineering hub with 30 regional faculties across Argentina, combining academic rigor with hands-on, industry-oriented training.

UTN also plays an important role in Argentina’s industrial and technological development through collaborations with companies, research groups, and public institutions. Its education model is built around laboratories, workshops, and professional internships, helping students connect classroom theory with real engineering practice. With more than 70,000 students nationwide, UTN offers specialized engineering degrees that align with regional industry needs while maintaining consistent national standards. If you are comparing engineering options in the region, you may also want to review Universidad Torcuato Di Tella and Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería for additional engineering-focused perspectives.

2. General Information

Name	Universidad Tecnológica Nacional (UTN)
Established	1959
Type	Public Technical University
Location	30 regional faculties across Argentina
Website	https://www.utn.edu.ar
Language of Instruction	Spanish
Academic Calendar	March to November (Southern Hemisphere schedule)

3. Fee Structure

Program	Tuition
Undergraduate Engineering	Free (public university)
Graduate Programs	ARS 50,000-150,000/year (approx. ~USD 150-450; varies by program and exchange rates)
Continuing Education	ARS 5,000-30,000/course (approx. ~USD 15-90; varies by course length and campus)

Note: Exact costs can change by faculty, program format, and year, so students should confirm the latest figures directly with UTN’s specific graduate school or continuing education unit.

4. Academic Programs

Civil Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Systems Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering (select campuses)
Textile Engineering (select campuses)
Graduate Specializations (various engineering fields)

Because UTN is structured around multiple regional faculties, the availability of certain specializations can differ by campus. If you’re comparing national public options beyond UTN, this can be useful when cross-checking programs at Universidad Nacional de Rosario or Universidad Nacional de La Plata.

5. Facilities

Industry-standard engineering laboratories
Advanced computer and robotics labs
Technical libraries at each faculty
Innovation and entrepreneurship centers
Professional training workshops
Sports facilities (varies by campus)
Student centers and cafeterias

UTN’s decentralized faculty model often means students work with equipment and resources tailored to local industry demand, particularly in applied engineering labs and project-based coursework.

6. Accommodation

As a decentralized university with campuses across Argentina, UTN does not typically provide on-campus housing. Most students live in private accommodations near their respective faculties. Some regional campuses offer housing assistance or maintain agreements with local student residences. For students planning to move, it’s also a good idea to review how student life is handled in large university cities, such as in Universidad de Buenos Aires, where off-campus housing is common.

Housing information services at most campuses
Student organizations often share housing boards
Affordable rental options near urban campuses
Public transportation accessible to all locations

7. Contact Information

Email: info@utn.edu.ar
Phone: +54 11 5371-5600 (Buenos Aires headquarters)
Address: Sarmiento 440, C1041AAJ, Buenos Aires

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