Start your admission process
At Tecnológico de Monterrey, we are looking for highly talented young people, who have the capacity to face up to uncertainty and constant change, and who will unleash their transformative potential through leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
The aim of our admission process is to get to know you, not only regarding your academic performance, but also everything that makes you an extraordinary person. Therefore, applicants should prepare a file with the following elements:
Academic Profile
- Previous academic background
- Academic Aptitude Test (PAA in spanish)
Comprehensive Profile (cultural, sports, social and leadership)
- Resumé
- Essay
*This admission process is subject to change without prior notice from the Admissions Committee.
**To start the undergraduate courses you must have completed your high school studies and present official documentation that supports it.
***Admission is the first step: afterwards you can enroll at any of our campuses. Since the number of places available is limited, make sure you complete all the procedures to confirm your place.
Register and complete your online admission application
Schedule and take your tests
Pay the admission process fee
Find out your admission result
Put together your file with everything that makes you unique
Enroll and form part of the Tecnológico de Monterrey community
Tecnológico de Monterrey is seeking to bring together into all its undergraduate programs a new generation of students who have completed their high school studies. Talented, enthusiastic individuals, who are committed to the development of their environment and the wellbeing of society; people who have the potential to successfully complete their professional studies and become leaders with an entrepreneurial spirit, human sense and internationally competitive.
Update your information:
If you are currently enrolled in PrepaTec or have already graduated from PrepaTec with a GPA of 80 or higher, log in to MiTec and type Solicitud de admission y becas (in Spanish) in the search bar. Review your information, update it, and submit the application by clicking Submit.
If your PrepaTec GPA is below 80 (cumulative GPA on your transcript), we will review your academic and extracurricular profile, as well as your general skills, and based on this evaluation, we will let you know which additional requirements you must meet to complete your admission process.
If you are interested in a program with special requirements, you will need to submit additional documents beyond those mentioned above. Some of these programs include:
- Bachelor in Global Business (BGB)
- Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering with minor in Systems Engineering (BIE)
- Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering (BME)
For programs in the Health area, once your academic and extracurricular profile has been evaluated, the committee may request an interview and/or a test to complete your application. Health programs include:
- Physician & Surgeon
- B.A. in Biosciences
- Health (Exploratory Area)
- B.S. in Clinical Psychology and Health
- B.A. in Nutrition and Wellness
- Medical and Surgical Dentist
Please consult your admissions advisor for the specific requirements of each program.
If you are admitted, you will be able to continue building your university experience by paying your Reservation Payment and confirming your enrollment.
Submit your admission documents
In the same Tec Application service, complete your file with the requested documents listed there.
The documents to be submitted are:
- A copy of the valid official ID with photo and signature of the person responsible for tuition payment.*
- If you are a minor, a copy of your valid official ID with photo and a copy of the ID and signature of your parent or legal guardian.
- If you are of legal age, a copy of your valid official ID with photo and signature.*
* If you wish to change your current tuition payer for your undergraduate enrollment, the update will take effect once you begin your undergraduate studies.
** If you are a minor, acceptable official IDs include: passport, IMSS/ISSSTE affiliation card, school ID, SEP or official educational institution ID, school certificate with photo, driver’s license, or official ID from your country of origin.
*** If you are of legal age, acceptable official IDs include: passport, IFE/INE card, released military service card, professional license, official ID from your country of origin, or official ID issued by the Ministry of National Defense or the Navy.
Find out your admission result
Once you’ve completed the process, you will receive an email with the date on which your admission result will be released.
The date you receive your result will depend on when you completed your application file—the sooner you finish, the sooner you'll know if you’ve been admitted.
You can view the decision in the Tec Application service.
The decision of the Admissions Committee is final and the selection process is private and confidential. Therefore, Tecnológico de Monterrey reserves the right to withhold the reasons behind the admission decision
Place Reservation Payment
Confirm your spot by making the $9,000 MXN payment* through the Tec Application service in MiTec. You can pay online or print a bank deposit slip. If you are entering a Health program, remember to complete your initial evaluations on time.
Afterward, you’ll receive information about the "Me Inscribo" session, where you will find out your first-semester class schedule.
As a PrepaTec student, your tuition coverage for entering the undergraduate program is already paid. However, if you decide to start your undergraduate studies in a semester other than the one immediately following your PrepaTec graduation, this coverage will need to be paid.
* Some programs with limited enrollment require a different tuition deposit amount. You can check this in the Tec Application service.
Admitted students who choose not to enroll at Tecnológico de Monterrey may request a refund of the Place Reservation Payment within 15 days of making the payment. If the payment is made within the 15 days prior to the start of classes for the semester in which you applied, you may request a refund up to one business day before the start date. If not requested within the indicated timeframe, the amount will be non-refundable.
This payment is non-transferable.
Register and complete your online admission application
Use your personal email address to create a username and generate a password. These will be your credentials to access our Tec Application portal. Fill in your personal details and upload the required documents:
- Birth certificate
- A copy of your high school transcript showing your GPA, with the school’s official seal and signature
- A copy of the valid official ID with photo and signature of the person responsible for tuition payment
- If you are a minor, a copy of your valid official ID with photo and a copy of the ID and signature of your parent or legal guardian
- If you are of legal age, a copy of your valid official ID with photo and signature
All official documents must be valid and scanned on both sides.
If you are a Mexican minor, acceptable forms of ID include: school ID, school certificate with photo (valid for up to 6 months), passport, or medical service ID (IMSS, ISSSTE, PEMEX, ISSSTELEON).
If you are a Mexican adult, you may submit: passport, voter ID (INE), or military service card.
If you are a foreign national, you may submit: passport, immigration form, or national identity document (DNI).
* Transcript: The table below outlines which documents are valid depending on your stage of studies and the month in which you complete the admission process.
| Stage of Studies | Program Duration | Month of Admission Process | Valid Document |
| High school in progress | 3-year semester system | September–December | Transcript (Kárdex) up to 4th semester |
| High school in progress | 3-year semester system | January–August | Transcript (Kárdex) up to 5th semester |
| High school in progress | 2-year semester system | September–December | Transcript (Kárdex) up to 2nd semester |
| High school in progress | 2-year semester system | January–August | Transcript (Kárdex) up to 3rd semester |
| High school in progress | 2-year quarter system | September–December | Transcript (Kárdex) up to 3rd quarter |
| High school in progress | 2-year quarter system | January–April | Transcript (Kárdex) up to 4th quarter |
| High school in progress | 2-year quarter system | May–August | Transcript (Kárdex) up to 5th quarter |
| High school completed | — | — | Copy of high school diploma/certificate |
Complete your application file with everything that makes you unique
On the Tec Application page, you will see the requirements according to your profile and the program you choose. Make sure to fulfill each one of them.
A very important part of our process is getting to know you holistically. For this reason, we will ask you to complete a form with information about your extracurricular résumé and answer two questions about who you are today and your future goals (essay).
a. Share your résumé
Your résumé is a brief description of your academic journey. It includes questions about the achievements, skills, and abilities you have gained and developed during your high school studies. It’s important that you have evidence of the activities you describe, as we may ask you to share them with us. Include your participation in all areas, as achievements in every discipline, whether in person or online, from 2019 to the present will help you create an outstanding résumé.
b. Write your essay
Let your words flow. Tell us in writing about the experiences that have shaped who you are today, your future expectations, and the reasons why you believe you should be part of Tecnológico de Monterrey.
Both the résumé and the essay are key elements in the admission decision. Complete both documents in the admission requirements section within the Tec Application.
We share several videos with tips to help you prepare your résumé and essay:
•Tips for your résumé and essay (in Spanish)
•Advice for your essay (in Spanish)
•Advice for your résumé (in Spanish)
Pay the admission process fee
The amount of the fee depends on the date you submit your application:
- June to August 2024: $1,200 MXN
- September to December 2024: $1,700 MXN
- Starting January 2025: $2,000 MXN
You can make the payment online through the Tec Application portal. The available payment methods are:
- Bank card
- PayPal
- Bank deposit using the referenced payment slip
Please note that the admission process fee is non-refundable.
Schedule and take your tests
Important: You must have a valid photo ID to present at any of the tests you take at Tecnológico de Monterrey.
a. Admission test: Academic Aptitude Test (PAA)
This test evaluates your math and verbal skills. On the Tec Application page, you can select the date and time to take the test. The test is conducted in person at our campuses and/or testing centers.
We recommend you prepare for the Academic Aptitude Test using the following resources:
- PruebaT: A diagnostic test to help you get familiar with the PAA format and question types. It also provides feedback on your strengths and areas for improvement. Visit: pruebat.mx
- PrepáraTec PAA: An online workshop led by our professors that you can complete at your own pace. Access instructions are on the Tec Application portal.
- On-campus workshops: Workshops offered at the campus of your choice. Ask your admissions advisor for details.
- PAA Study Guide by College Board: https://latam.collegeboard.org/publicaciones/guia-de-estudio-paa/
- PAA Practice Test by College Board: https://latam.collegeboard.org/publicaciones/la-prueba-de-practica-de-la-paa/
If your first language is English, you may take the ACT (American College Testing) or SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) instead. These tests are accepted for the undergraduate admission process.
If you decide to take the SAT, register at: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration/international-testing. Don’t forget to enter Tecnológico de Monterrey’s code 0843 so we receive your results.
- If you took the SAT or ACT, after submitting your Tec Application, go to the requirements section to upload proof or schedule a PAA test.
- Select the proof submission option and upload your SAT or ACT score report.
- Your document will be reviewed (it must be clear and valid). Monitor its status, as you may receive feedback.
- Once your proof is approved and you complete the other requirements, the committee will review your file and may request you take another admission test if necessary.
b. Institutional English Placement Test
On the Tec Application page, you can also select the date and time to take the English Placement Test (EUC).
You can also demonstrate your English proficiency through authorized exams* such as TOEFL iBT, B2 First (FCE), B1 Preliminary (PET), Pearson Placement Test, or Pearson Level Test. If you have results from any of these, upload your proof in the Tec Application.
*Check with your advisor if you have another certificate.
Note: If your EUC result corresponds to A1 or A2 levels according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), you will need to take English leveling courses as part of your academic load:
- Level A1: during the 1st and 2nd semesters
- Level A2: during the 1st semester
Your academic load cannot exceed 18 credits, including English leveling courses, during the first and/or second semester.
Keep in mind all Tec students are required to demonstrate a B2 level of English according to the CEFR to graduate.
c. Additional requirements
The Admissions Committee may request additional documents or steps to complete your file and make a decision:
- Additional Academic Aptitude Test
- Additional English Test (EUC)
- Updated GPA
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal interview
Complementary evaluations
Check your admission result
Once the process is complete, you will receive an email with the date when your admission result will be released.
The date you receive your result depends on the day you completed your application file. The sooner you complete it, the faster you will know if you have been admitted.
You can check the decision of your admission process on the Tec Application page.
The decision of the Admissions Committee is final and the selection process is private and confidential; therefore, Tecnológico de Monterrey reserves the right not to disclose the reasons behind the admission decision.
Enroll and become part of the Tecnológico de Monterrey community
If you receive a positive admission result, confirm your enrollment by paying the Place Reservation Payment of $9,000 MXN or $18,000 MXN for programs with limited spots. You can make this payment on the Tec Application page. This payment consists of two parts:
*Amount credited toward your first semester tuition.
**Tuition Payment Coverage, which guarantees your Undergraduate tuition at our institution in case of the death of the person responsible for the tuition payment registered in the admission application.
Admitted students who decide not to enroll at Tecnológico de Monterrey may request a refund of the Place Reservation Payment within 15 days after payment. If the Place Reservation Payment is done within 15 days prior to the semester start date for which admission is requested, the refund may be requested up to one business day before that date. If not requested within this timeframe, the balance will not be refundable. This payment is non-transferable.
Tuition Payment Coverage is non-refundable.
Register and complete your online application
Use your personal email address to create a username and password, which will serve as your login credentials for our Tec Application portal. Fill out the required fields with your information and upload the requested documents:
- Birth certificate.
- Copy of your high school transcript including GPA.*
- Copy of the official ID** with photo and signature of the person responsible for paying tuition.
- If you are a minor, submit a copy of your valid official ID with photo, and a copy of your parent’s or guardian’s official ID with photo and signature.
- If you are of legal age, submit a copy of your valid official ID with photo and signature.
Once you have completed all required fields in the application, click Submit.
* Your transcript can be a copy of your 10th, 11th, and 12th grade records, or their equivalent in your home country.
** Accepted forms of official ID include: passport, immigration form, or national ID from your country of origin.
If you are a minor, within Tec Application portal you must provide the name and email address of the person who will act as your admission process companion. This person will receive an email to validate the information submitted in the application so you can move forward in the process.
Complete your application file with everything that makes you unique
On the Tec Application page, you will see the requirements according to your profile and the program you choose. Make sure to fulfill each one of them.
A very important part of our process is getting to know you holistically. For this reason, we will ask you to complete a form with information about your extracurricular résumé and answer two questions about who you are today and your future goals (essay).
a. Share your résumé
Your résumé is a brief description of your academic journey. It includes questions about the achievements, skills, and abilities you have gained and developed during your high school studies. It’s important that you have evidence of the activities you describe, as we may ask you to share them with us. Include your participation in all areas, as achievements in every discipline, whether in person or online, from 2019 to the present will help you create an outstanding résumé.
b. Write your essay
Let your words flow. Tell us in writing about the experiences that have shaped who you are today, your future expectations, and the reasons why you believe you should be part of Tecnológico de Monterrey.
Both the résumé and the essay are key elements in the admission decision. Complete both documents in the admission requirements section within the Tec Application.
We share several videos with tips to help you prepare your résumé and essay:
•Tips for your résumé and essay (in Spanish)
•Advice for your essay (in Spanish)
•Advice for your résumé (in Spanish)
Pay the admission process fee
The amount of the fee depends on the date you submit your application:
- June to August 2024: $1,200 MXN
- September to December 2024: $1,700 MXN
- Starting January 2025: $2,000 MXN
You can make the payment online through the Tec Application portal. The available payment methods are:
- Bank card
- PayPal
- Bank deposit using the referenced payment slip
Please note that the admission process fee is non-refundable.
Schedule and take your tests
Important: You must have a valid photo ID to present at any of the tests you take at Tecnológico de Monterrey.
a. Admission test: Academic Aptitude Test (PAA)
This test evaluates your math and verbal skills. On the Tec Application page, you can select the date and time to take the test. The test is conducted in person at our campuses and/or testing centers.
We recommend you prepare for the Academic Aptitude Test using the following resources:
- PruebaT: A diagnostic test to help you get familiar with the PAA format and question types. It also provides feedback on your strengths and areas for improvement. Visit: pruebat.mx
- PrepáraTec PAA: An online workshop led by our professors that you can complete at your own pace. Access instructions are on the Tec Application portal.
- On-campus workshops: Workshops offered at the campus of your choice. Ask your admissions advisor for details.
- PAA Study Guide by College Board: https://latam.collegeboard.org/publicaciones/guia-de-estudio-paa/
- PAA Practice Test by College Board: https://latam.collegeboard.org/publicaciones/la-prueba-de-practica-de-la-paa/
If your first language is English, you may take the ACT (American College Testing) or SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) instead. These tests are accepted for the undergraduate admission process.
If you decide to take the SAT, register at: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration/international-testing. Don’t forget to enter Tecnológico de Monterrey’s code 0843 so we receive your results.
- If you took the SAT or ACT, after submitting your Tec Application, go to the requirements section to upload proof or schedule a PAA test.
- Select the proof submission option and upload your SAT or ACT score report.
- Your document will be reviewed (it must be clear and valid). Monitor its status, as you may receive feedback.
- Once your proof is approved and you complete the other requirements, the committee will review your file and may request you take another admission test if necessary.
b. Institutional English Placement Test
On the Tec Application page, you can also select the date and time to take the English Placement Test (EUC).
You can also demonstrate your English proficiency through authorized exams* such as TOEFL iBT, B2 First (FCE), B1 Preliminary (PET), Pearson Placement Test, or Pearson Level Test. If you have results from any of these, upload your proof in the Tec Application.
*Check with your advisor if you have another certificate.
Note: If your EUC result corresponds to A1 or A2 levels according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), you will need to take English leveling courses as part of your academic load:
- Level A1: during the 1st and 2nd semesters
- Level A2: during the 1st semester
Your academic load cannot exceed 18 credits, including English leveling courses, during the first and/or second semester.
Keep in mind all Tec students are required to demonstrate a B2 level of English according to the CEFR to graduate.
c. Additional requirements
The Admissions Committee may request additional documents or steps to complete your file and make a decision:
- Additional Academic Aptitude Test
- Additional English Test (EUC)
- Updated GPA
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal interview
Complementary evaluations
Check your admission result
Once the process is complete, you will receive an email with the date when your admission result will be released.
The date you receive your result depends on the day you completed your application file. The sooner you complete it, the faster you will know if you have been admitted.
You can check the decision of your admission process on the Tec Application page.
The decision of the Admissions Committee is final and the selection process is private and confidential; therefore, Tecnológico de Monterrey reserves the right not to disclose the reasons behind the admission decision.
Enroll and become part of the Tecnológico de Monterrey community
If you receive a positive admission result, confirm your enrollment by paying the Place Reservation Payment of $9,000 MXN or $18,000 MXN for programs with limited spots. You can make this payment on the Tec Application page. This payment consists of two parts:
*Amount credited toward your first semester tuition.
**Tuition Payment Coverage, which guarantees your Undergraduate tuition at our institution in case of the death of the person responsible for the tuition payment registered in the admission application.
Admitted students who decide not to enroll at Tecnológico de Monterrey may request a refund of the Place Reservation Payment within 15 days after payment. If the Place Reservation Payment is done within 15 days prior to the semester start date for which admission is requested, the refund may be requested up to one business day before that date. If not requested within this timeframe, the balance will not be refundable. This payment is non-transferable.
Tuition Payment Coverage is non-refundable.
At Tecnológico de Monterrey, our priority is the academic quality of our educational model, as well as ensuring the best possible university experience. For these reasons, we have established a limited enrollment for the following areas and degree programs at the campuses listed, applicable for admission in 2025. We recommend completing your admission process and reserving your spot as early as possible.
Transfers between campuses and/or program changes are subject to seat availability and to meeting the criteria of the desired campus/program at any point in the academic plan.
| Campus | Area or degree with limited enrollment | February 2025 | August 2025 | Other campuses where it is offered |
Monterrey Ciudad de México Guadalajara Chihuahua Querétaro |
MC - Physician & Surgeon | Not available Not available Not available Not available Not available | Closed Open Open Open Open | |
Monterrey Ciudad de México Guadalajara Chihuahua Querétaro | MO - Medical and Surgical Dentist | Not available Not available Not available Not available Not available | Closed Open Open Open Open | |
| Monterrey | ARQ – B.A. in Architecture (in Spanish) | Open | Open | Check the campuses depending in your entry area of interest: Creative Studies Built Environment |
Ciudad de México Monterrey | BA - B.A. in Architecture (in English) | Not available Not available | Open Closed | |
Monterrey Santa Fe Guadalajara Querétaro | BBA - B.A. in Strategy and Business Transformation (in English) | Not available Not available Not available Not available | Open Open Open Open | |
Guadalajara Monterrey Santa Fe Querétaro | BFI – B.A. in Finance (in English) | Not available Not available Not available Not available | Closed Closed Open Open | |
| Monterrey | IMD – B.S. in Biomedical Engineering (in Spanish) | Not available | Closed | See here the list of campuses where this program is available. |
Monterrey Guadalajara Santa Fe | LAF – B.A. in Finance (in Spanish) | Open Open Open | Open Open Open | See here the list of campuses where this program is available. |
| Monterrey | Business / Exploration | Open | Open | Find your options here according to your program of interest. |
Important dates for the 2025 academic year
The date you receive your admission decision will depend on the day you successfully complete your application and file.
The Complete File stage refers to when the applicant has submitted and had approved all required documents (including any required tests) based on their individual admission profile.
| Deadline to Complete File | Decision Released Starting From |
| June 7 | June 19 |
| June 14 | June 26 |
| June 21 | July 3 |
| June 28 | July 10 |
| July 5 | July 17 |
