National Autonomous University of Honduras

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1) Overview

2) 2. General Information

3) 3. Fee Structure

4) 4. Academic Programs

5) 5. Facilities

6) 6. Accommodation

7) 7. Contact Information

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Overview

The National Autonomous University of Honduras (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Honduras – UNAH) is the largest and most prestigious public university in Honduras, established in 1847. As the country’s primary institution of higher education, UNAH plays a vital role in Honduras’ academic, scientific, and cultural development. The university maintains academic autonomy protected by the Honduran constitution, allowing it to govern its own affairs independently.

With its main campus in Tegucigalpa and regional centers across Honduras, UNAH serves over 100,000 students annually. The university is particularly renowned for its programs in medicine, law, and engineering, and serves as the nation’s primary research institution. UNAH operates with a strong commitment to social responsibility and national development.

2. General Information

Name	National Autonomous University of Honduras (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Honduras – UNAH)
Established	1847
Type	Public Autonomous University
Location	Tegucigalpa (main campus), with 6 regional centers nationwide
Website	www.unah.edu.hn

3. Fee Structure

Program	Tuition Fee (Annual, USD equivalent)
Undergraduate Programs	$200 – $400
Graduate Programs	$300 – $600
Medical School	$500 – $800
Doctoral Programs	$400 – $700

4. Academic Programs

Faculty of Medical Sciences
Faculty of Legal and Social Sciences
Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Economics
Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy
Faculty of Humanities and Arts
Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
Faculty of Dentistry

5. Facilities

José Trinidad Reyes University City (main campus)
University Hospital and medical training facilities
National Science and Technology Research Center
Central Library with over 200,000 volumes
University Cultural Center
Sports complex and Olympic-size pool
Botanical garden and biological reserve

6. Accommodation

UNAH provides limited on-campus housing primarily for students from outside Tegucigalpa. Most students live in private accommodations near campus. The university assists students in finding suitable housing through its student services office.

Student residence halls (limited availability)
University-approved housing registry
Dining facilities on campus
24-hour campus security
Public transportation access

7. Contact Information

Email: rectoria@unah.edu.hn
Phone: +504 2216-5100
Address: Boulevard Suyapa, Tegucigalpa, Honduras

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