# The 100 largest research institutes in Latin America

Tamtam tracks 512 research institutes headquartered in Latin America. This list ranks the 100 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Einstein Hospital Israelita, Tecnológico de Monterrey and University of Buenos Aires. Their median headcount is 4,929. Half of them were founded in 1954 or later. The most common headquarters are São Paulo (11), Rio de Janeiro (5) and Buenos Aires (4).

This selection features large research institutes in Latin America, primarily major universities and healthcare providers. Key organizations include Tecnológico de Monterrey, a private university system in Mexico; the University of Buenos Aires, a public university known for its research in Argentina; USP - Universidade de São Paulo, recognized globally for its scientific contributions; and Sírio-Libanês, a renowned healthcare institution in São Paulo. These entities are characterized by their substantial employee counts, indicating their scale and impact.

A notable pattern among these institutions is their long-standing presence. Many were founded in the 19th or early 20th century, such as the University of Buenos Aires (1821), Universidad Nacional de Colombia (1867), and Sírio-Libanês (1921). This suggests a well-established research and higher education infrastructure across the region, with a strong concentration of major players in Brazil, particularly in São Paulo, and Mexico.

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| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Einstein Hospital Israelita](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/einstein-hospital-israelita) (einstein.br)<br>A leading healthcare institution offering cutting-edge treatments, compassionate care, social responsibility initiatives, and education and research programs for the community | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 40,979 |  |
| 2 | [Tecnológico de Monterrey](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tecnologico-de-monterrey) (tec.mx)<br>Private university system promoting research, knowledge transfer, and technology to support economic, political, and social development in Mexico. | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Monterrey | 29,006 | 1943 |
| 3 | [University of Buenos Aires](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-buenos-aires) (uba.ar)<br>Public university offering extensive undergraduate and postgraduate programs, renowned for academic excellence and significant research contributions in Argentina. | Higher Education | 🇦🇷 Buenos Aires | 26,362 | 1821 |
| 4 | [USP - Universidade de São Paulo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/usp-universidade-de-sao-paulo) (www5.usp.br)<br>Educates students, conducts research, and contributes to scientific productivity, recognized by global rankings for faculty, student, and staff dedication. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 23,205 | 1934 |
| 5 | [Sírio-Libanês](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sirio-libanes) (hospitalsiriolibanes.org.br)<br>A renowned healthcare institution with philanthropic roots, offering top-notch medical services, cutting-edge technology, education, research, and social responsibility initiatives for 100 years | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 19,137 | 1921 |
| 6 | [Universidad Nacional de Colombia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-colombia) (unal.edu.co)<br>Public autonomous university promoting higher education, research, arts, and national identity through nine campuses across Colombia. | Higher Education | 🇨🇴 Bogotá | 14,660 | 1867 |
| 7 | [Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pontificia-universidad-catolica-de-chile) (uc.cl)<br>Higher education institution offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs, fostering research, international exchange, and societal development in Chile. | Higher Education | 🇨🇱 | 14,502 | 1888 |
| 8 | [Universidad de Chile](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-chile) (uchile.cl)<br>The University of Chile, founded in 1842, is a public institution dedicated to generating, developing, integrating, and communicating knowledge in various areas | Higher Education | 🇨🇱 Santiago | 12,505 | 1842 |
| 9 | [Universidade Estadual de Campinas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-estadual-de-campinas) (unicamp.br)<br>Public university in São Paulo, Brazil, with a focus on science education Offers undergraduate and graduate programs with multiple campuses | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Campinas | 12,392 | 1966 |
| 10 | [Universidad de Guadalajara](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-guadalajara-957560) (udg.mx)<br>A prominent Mexican Government University with over 200,000 students, offering a wide range of academic programs and opportunities | Education | 🇲🇽 Guadalajara | 11,516 |  |
| 11 | [FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fgv-fundacao-getulio-vargas) (portal.fgv.br)<br>Established in 1944, this organization in Brazil promotes social and economic development, ranking as a top 10 global think tank and higher education institution | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 10,860 |  |
| 12 | [Universidad de Antioquia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-antioquia) (udea.edu.co)<br>Public state university providing high-quality higher education, research, and community outreach across multiple campuses in Antioquia, Colombia. | Higher Education | 🇨🇴 Medellín | 10,625 | 1803 |
| 13 | [Federal University of Rio de Janeiro](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/federal-university-of-rio-de-janeiro) (ufrj.br)<br>A well-established and internationally respected institution, with historical roots dating back to the 18th century, offering a wide range of academic programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 10,389 | 1920 |
| 14 | [Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-de-nuevo-leon) (uanl.mx)<br>A leading public university in Mexico's northeast, offering a wide range of academic programs, research centers, libraries, and campuses | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 San Nicolás De Los Garza | 10,385 | 1933 |
| 15 | [Instituto Politécnico Nacional](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-politecnico-nacional) (ipn.mx)<br>A leading public educational institution in Mexico, dedicated to the generation, application, and dissemination of scientific and technological knowledge for national development | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 10,383 | 1936 |
| 16 | [UERJ](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uerj) (uerj.br)<br>A leading university established in 1950, offering undergraduate, graduate, and basic education programs across 15 campuses, with around 40,000 students and a diverse faculty | Education Administration Programs | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 10,067 | 1950 |
| 17 | [Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-rio-de-janeiro) (ufrj.br)<br>Higher education institution empowering individuals to excel in professions, value diverse knowledge, engage as active citizens, and drive societal transformation towards justice and democracy | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 9,556 |  |
| 18 | [Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-minas-gerais) (ufmg.br)<br>Established in 1927, the institution is the largest federal higher education institution in Minas Gerais, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte | 9,380 | 1927 |
| 19 | [Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-estadual-paulista-julio-de-mesquita-filho) (www2.unesp.br)<br>A leading Brazilian university with a multicampus structure offering quality education, research opportunities, and community services to students and society | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 9,365 | 1976 |
| 20 | [Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/federal-university-of-rio-grande-do-sul) (ufrgs.br)<br>Offers diverse education levels, from elementary to postgraduate, combining teaching with high-level research and community extension, fostering critical thinking and knowledge production. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 | 9,242 |  |
| 21 | [Universidade de Brasília](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-de-brasilia) (unb.br)<br>A prestigious university offering a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs, as well as various support services for teaching, research, and extension activities | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Brasília | 9,232 |  |
| 22 | [Universidad Nacional de La Plata](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-la-plata) (unlp.edu.ar)<br>A prestigious university in Argentina with 17 faculties, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, with a strong focus on teaching, research, and extension | Higher Education | 🇦🇷 La Plata | 8,863 | 1905 |
| 23 | [PUC Minas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/puc-minas-belo-horizonte) (pucminas.br)<br>Provides higher education recognized for its excellence by the market, education specialists, and individuals who have experienced its significant impact on their careers and future. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte | 8,726 | 1958 |
| 24 | [Universidad de Los Andes](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-los-andes) (uniandes.edu.co)<br>Private university in Bogotá offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs across nine schools including sciences, humanities, law, and medicine. | Higher Education | 🇨🇴 Bogotá | 8,560 | 1948 |
| 25 | [Universidade Federal de Pernambuco](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-pernambuco) (ufpe.br)<br>Brazilian federal public higher education institution, based in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, integrated into the country's education system since 1965. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Recife | 8,535 |  |
| 26 | [Universidad de Costa Rica UCR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-costa-rica-ucr) (ucr.ac.cr)<br>The company's official LinkedIn page offers information on university life, news, cultural activities, courses, study opportunities, scholarships, and serves as a link to the university community | Information Services | 🇨🇷 San José | 8,492 | 1940 |
| 27 | [Universidade Federal Fluminense](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-fluminense-niteroi) (uff.br)<br>A leading educational institution with diverse programs including undergraduate and graduate courses, as well as specialization and medical residency programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Niterói | 8,445 | 1960 |
| 28 | [Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da USP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hospital-das-clinicas-da-faculdade-de-medicina-da-usp) (hc.fm.usp.br)<br>A public institution affiliated with a medical school in São Paulo, dedicated to health public healthcare through education, research, assistance, and management | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 8,241 | 1944 |
| 29 | [Santa Casa de Misericórdia de São Paulo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/santa-casa-de-misericordia-de-sao-paulo) (doar.santacasasp.org.br)<br>A long-standing philanthropic institution providing high-quality healthcare services, medical education, and research with a focus on complex treatments and diagnostic services | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 8,239 | 1560 |
| 30 | [Universidade Federal do Paraná](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-parana) (ufpr.br)<br>The institution was founded in 1912 to provide qualified professionals in various fields and has since become the oldest university in Brazil | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 8,109 | 1912 |
| 31 | [Embrapa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/embrapa-brasilia) (embrapa.br)<br>A research organization dedicated to providing innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture and benefiting Brazilian society through research and development | Farming | 🇧🇷 Brasília | 7,641 | 1973 |
| 32 | [Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-santa-catarina) (ufsc.br)<br>A leading federal university in Brazil offering over 50 undergraduate courses with enrollment of 36,000 students in various programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Florianópolis | 7,482 | 1960 |
| 33 | [Unifesp - Universidade Federal de São Paulo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unifesp-universidade-federal-de-sao-paulo) (portal.unifesp.br)<br>Specialized institution in health sciences, offering training for human resources and conducting scientific research Provides clinical practice and welfare services | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 7,476 | 1994 |
| 34 | [Universidad de Santiago de Chile](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-santiago-de-chile) (usach.cl)<br>A prestigious university in Chile, recognized for its accreditation, comprehensive programs, timely news coverage, and high scientific productivity | Higher Education | 🇨🇱 Santiago | 7,185 | 1849 |
| 35 | [Universidad Veracruzana](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-veracruzana) (uv.mx)<br>Public autonomous university providing diverse educational programs, academic research, and artistic dissemination through various regional campuses, specialized departments, and integrated research institutes in Mexico. | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Xalapa | 7,097 | 1940 |
| 36 | [Universidad Nacional de Córdoba](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-cordoba) (unc.edu.ar)<br>Established in 1613, this institution provides higher education, serving as a significant center for cultural, scientific, and social influence in Argentina and Latin America. | Higher Education | 🇦🇷 | 7,006 | 1613 |
| 37 | [Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-rio-grande-do-norte) (ufrn.br)<br>A prestigious public university in Brazil offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, known for academic excellence and top rankings | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Natal | 6,733 | 1960 |
| 38 | [Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-del-estado-de-mexico) (uaemex.mx)<br>With 185 years of history, this educational institution in Mexico has established itself as one of the best Higher Education Institutions | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Toluca | 6,496 |  |
| 39 | [Universidad de Costa Rica](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-costa-rica) (media7.net)<br>A autonomous institution dedicated to teaching, research, social action, and knowledge dissemination, focusing on advancing knowledge and society development through excellence in education | Education Administration Programs | 🇨🇷 San José | 6,210 |  |
| 40 | [Universidade Federal de Goiás](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-goias) (ufg.br)<br>A leading federal public university in Brazil's Goiás state, providing quality higher education with a focus on knowledge production, critical thinking, and social justice | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Goiânia | 6,066 | 1960 |
| 41 | [UAM Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uam-universidad-autonoma-metropolitana) (uam.mx)<br>A public Mexican university known for academic excellence, social cohesion, and human development One of the top universities in Mexico and Latin America | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Alcaldía Tlalpan | 6,045 | 1974 |
| 42 | [Universidade Federal da Paraíba](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-da-paraiba) (ufpb.br)<br>Page for professors, researchers, students, and staff. Providing resources and information to its academic community members. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 João Pessoa | 5,970 |  |
| 43 | [Federal University of Ceara](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/federal-university-of-ceara) (ufc.br)<br>A public university in Fortaleza, Brazil, offering a wide range of undergraduate courses and engaging in research and outreach projects for societal impact | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Fortaleza | 5,860 | 1954 |
| 44 | [Instituto Politécnico Nacional](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-politecnico-nacional-mexico-city) (ipn.mx)<br>A leading Mexican educational institution focused on technological education, research, and knowledge transfer to drive the nation's economic and social development | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Df | 5,813 | 1936 |
| 45 | [SENAI - Serviço Nacional de Aprendizagem Industrial](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/senai-servico-nacional-de-aprendizagem-industrial) (senai.portaldaindustria.com.br)<br>A national center for industrial knowledge and skills development, supporting 28 industries through training, services, research, and technology information | Civic and Social Organizations | 🇧🇷 Brasília | 5,663 | 1942 |
| 46 | [Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-presbiteriana-mackenzie) (mackenzie.br)<br>Educates individuals for citizenship, fosters personal and societal development through teaching, research, extension, cultural, sports, social, and spiritual activities, grounded in reformed Christian faith. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 5,286 | 1870 |
| 47 | [Universidade Federal do Pará](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-para) (portal.ufpa.br)<br>This organization in the Amazon aims to produce and share knowledge, promoting inclusivity, sustainability, and innovation for citizens' development | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Belém | 5,222 | 1957 |
| 48 | [Universidade Federal de Viçosa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-vicosa) (ufv.br)<br>Provides high school, technical, undergraduate, and graduate education across various fields, excelling in agricultural, biological, exact, and human sciences. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Viçosa | 5,039 |  |
| 49 | [Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-de-sinaloa) (uas.edu.mx)<br>A public institution of higher education in Sinaloa, Mexico, committed to forming quality professionals and reducing social inequalities through education and research | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Culiacán | 4,943 |  |
| 50 | [Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pontificia-universidade-catolica-do-rio-grande-do-sul) (portal.pucrs.br)<br>Offers higher education, conducts theoretical and practical research across various fields, disseminates findings, and promotes community extension activities. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Porto Alegre | 4,929 | 1948 |
| 51 | [UNESP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unesp) (unesp.br)<br>A public university system in São Paulo with nearly 40,000 students across 23 campuses, offering a variety of academic programs and facilities | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 | 4,699 | 1976 |
| 52 | [BUAP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/buap) (buap.mx)<br>A prestigious university in Puebla, Mexico offering academic programs, research opportunities, and educational initiatives to students and the community | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Puebla | 4,687 | 1937 |
| 53 | [INTA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/inta) (argentina.gob.ar)<br>A public organization focused on agricultural innovation and development, providing knowledge and technologies to different sectors of society for regional and international market opportunities | Farming | 🇦🇷 Buenos Aires | 4,630 | 1956 |
| 54 | [Universidad Nacional de Rosario](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-rosario) (unr.edu.ar)<br>A reputable educational institution offering diverse academic programs, including degrees, certifications, and online courses to over 80,000 students | Higher Education | 🇦🇷 Rosario | 4,576 | 1968 |
| 55 | [FIOCRUZ - Fundação Oswaldo Cruz](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fiocruz-fundacao-oswaldo-cruz) (en.wikipedia.org)<br>A Brazilian institution focused on research and development in biological sciences, specializing in public health research and founded by Dr Oswaldo Cruz in 1900 | Truck Transportation | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 4,448 | 1900 |
| 56 | [Universidad EAFIT](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-eafit) (eafit.edu.co)<br>A higher education institution focused on academic excellence, international competence, and scientific research in partnership with industry, government, and academia | Higher Education | 🇨🇴 Medellín | 4,343 | 1960 |
| 57 | [Universidade Federal do Amazonas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-amazonas) (ufam.edu.br)<br>A pioneering university in the heart of the Amazon, founded in 1909, focused on collective construction and overcoming challenges in Manaus | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Manaus | 4,315 | 1909 |
| 58 | [Unesp](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unesp-botucatu) (ibb.unesp.br)<br>Specializing in research, education, and consulting in statistics, applied mathematics, and health fields such as bioestatistics, medicine, and nutrition | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Botucatu | 4,312 |  |
| 59 | [UEL - Universidade Estadual de Londrina](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uel-universidade-estadual-de-londrina) (portal.uel.br)<br>A leading public university in Southern Brazil offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, ranking among the top universities nationally and in the region | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Londrina | 4,280 |  |
| 60 | [Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-san-carlos-de-guatemala) (usac.edu.gt)<br>Public university in Guatemala with a rich history dating back to 1676, known for quality teaching, research, and social responsibility philosophy | Higher Education | 🇬🇹 Guatemala City | 4,270 |  |
| 61 | [Universidade Estadual de Maringá](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-estadual-de-maringa) (uem.br)<br>A public higher education institution in Paraná offering a variety of undergraduate, master's, doctoral, and postdoctoral programs across multiple campuses | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Maringá | 4,240 | 1969 |
| 62 | [Universidad Tecnica Federico Santa Maria](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-tecnica-federico-santa-maria) (usm.cl)<br>The company focuses on promoting comprehensive education and academic excellence globally through academic programs and partnerships with universities worldwide | Research Services | 🇨🇱 Valparaiso | 4,225 | 1926 |
| 63 | [Universidade de Fortaleza](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-de-fortaleza) (unifor.br)<br>The organization provides a comprehensive education, research, and extension program, graduating professionals who turn dreams into reality With a large campus and diverse programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Fortaleza | 4,223 | 1973 |
| 64 | [Universidad Nacional de Cuyo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-cuyo) (uncuyo.edu.ar)<br>Largest center of higher education in Mendoza, Argentina with academic schools, research institutes, technological education, and high schools under its umbrella | Higher Education | 🇦🇷 Mendoza | 4,184 | 1939 |
| 65 | [Universidad de La Sabana](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-la-sabana) (unisabana.edu.co)<br>A private institution of higher education focused on cultivating excellent professionals and individuals, inspired by a Christian worldview and dedicated to truth-seeking | Higher Education | 🇨🇴 Chía | 4,102 | 1979 |
| 66 | [Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-mato-grosso-do-sul) (ufms.br)<br>A university in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, offering a variety of academic programs across different campuses in the state | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Campo Grande | 4,035 |  |
| 67 | [Instituto do Câncer do Estado de São Paulo - ICESP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-do-cancer-do-estado-de-sao-paulo-icesp) (icesp.org.br)<br>A leading oncology center in Latin America, focused on providing high-quality care, education, and research in the public health system | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 4,018 | 2008 |
| 68 | [Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-pontificia-bolivariana) (portal.upb.edu.co)<br>A non-profit private higher education institution recognized by the Colombian state, focused on integrating knowledge with Christian humanism values since 1936 | Education Administration Programs | 🇨🇴 Medellín | 3,939 | 1936 |
| 69 | [UTFPR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/utfpr) (utfpr.edu.br)<br>This public university with campuses in eleven cities of the Brazilian state of Parana provides education and research opportunities in various technological fields. | Education Administration Programs | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 3,922 | 1909 |
| 70 | [Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pontificia-universidad-catolica-de-valparaiso) (pucv.cl)<br>A prestigious Chilean university offering excellent academic and professional education, cultivating knowledge in various fields, and promoting public service | Higher Education | 🇨🇱 Valparaíso | 3,918 | 1928 |
| 71 | [UADE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uade) (uade.edu.ar)<br>A Latin American educational institution offering courses in public relations, economics, social sciences, and hard sciences, along with postgraduate and research programs | Education | 🇦🇷 Buenos Aires | 3,917 | 1961 |
| 72 | [Universidad de El Salvador](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-el-salvador) (ues.edu.sv)<br>Eminent academic institution shaping professionals with strong ethical values, promoting development through research in science, art, culture, and technology | Education Administration Programs | 🇸🇻 San Salvador | 3,712 |  |
| 73 | [Universidade Federal de Pelotas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-pelotas) (portal.ufpel.edu.br)<br>An Brazilian institution of higher education offering a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs in various fields of knowledge | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Pelotas | 3,676 | 1969 |
| 74 | [Universidade Federal de Sergipe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-sergipe) (ufs.br)<br>A federal institution providing diverse education programs, research opportunities, and fostering sustainable development in the state since 1968 | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Cristóvão | 3,630 | 1967 |
| 75 | [Fiocruz](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fiocruz) (fiocruz.br)<br>Promoting health and social development, generating and disseminating scientific and technological knowledge, and promoting citizenship through healthcare research and technology | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 3,625 | 1900 |
| 76 | [Universidad Abierta Interamericana](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-abierta-interamericana) (uai.edu.ar)<br>Part of the Vaneduc Group, specialized in education since 1942 | Higher Education | 🇦🇷 Buenos Aires | 3,587 |  |
| 77 | [Universidade Federal de Uberlândia - UFU](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-uberlandia-ufu) (ufu.br)<br>A leading science and technology reference center in Central Brazil with seven campuses, providing education and research opportunities in various fields | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Uberlândia | 3,530 | 1960 |
| 78 | [Universidade Federal de Lavras](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-lavras) (linktr.ee)<br>A renowned university focused on generating knowledge, innovation, and societal development in various fields through research projects and educational initiatives | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Lavras | 3,425 | 1908 |
| 79 | [Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-rural-do-rio-de-janeiro) (ufrrj.br)<br>A Brazilian university founded in 1910, offering agriculture and veterinary education with the largest campus in Latin America | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Seropédica | 3,276 |  |
| 80 | [Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-distrital-francisco-jose-de-caldas) (udistrital.edu.co)<br>A public university in Bogotá, Colombia, known for its cultural and scientific heritage, providing education to students in various fields | Higher Education | 🇨🇴 Bogotá | 3,175 | 1948 |
| 81 | [UFMT - Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ufmt-universidade-federal-de-mato-grosso) (ufmt.br)<br>Established in 1970, this institution contributes to regional development through undergraduate and postgraduate education, research, and extension programs in various regions of Mato Grosso | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Cuiabá | 3,174 | 1970 |
| 82 | [Instituto Mexicano del Petróleo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-mexicano-del-petroleo) (gob.mx)<br>Leading institution providing technological capabilities to the energy sector through research, innovation, engineering, and training Offers solutions, products, and services to national and international hydrocarbons markets | Oil and Gas | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 3,142 | 1965 |
| 83 | [Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-tecnologica-de-pereira) (utp.edu.co)<br>A leading Colombian public university offering undergraduate and graduate programs across various faculties, with a diverse student body and flexible class schedules | Higher Education | 🇨🇴 Universidad | 3,140 | 1961 |
| 84 | [Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pontificia-universidade-catolica-de-sao-paulo) (www5.pucsp.br)<br>Established in 1946, this renowned Brazilian university upholds Catholic principles while promoting academic freedom and social responsibility, ranking highly nationwide | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 3,113 | 1946 |
| 85 | [Universidad de Talca](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-talca) (utalca.cl)<br>A leading public university in Chile with campuses in multiple cities, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields of study | Higher Education | 🇨🇱 Talca | 3,101 | 1981 |
| 86 | [Universidad Militar Nueva Granada](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-militar-nueva-granada) (umng.edu.co)<br>A national public institution dedicated to education, research, and development, addressing issues affecting Colombian society while fostering national self-renewal | Education Administration Programs | 🇨🇴 | 3,077 | 1982 |
| 87 | [Universidad San Francisco de Quito](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-san-francisco-de-quito) (usfq.edu.ec)<br>A leading academic community in Ecuador focusing on education, research, and service within the philosophy of liberal arts, with a diverse student body | Higher Education | 🇪🇨 Quito | 3,073 | 1988 |
| 88 | [Universidad Nacional de Mar del Plata](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-mar-del-plata) (mdp.edu.ar)<br>A leading university offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in various academic fields, along with secondary education and childcare services | Higher Education | 🇦🇷 Mar del Plata | 3,056 |  |
| 89 | [UCS - University of Caxias do Sul](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ucs-university-of-caxias-do-sul) (ucs.br)<br>A leading higher education institution with over 85 undergraduate programs, 19 master's, and 10 doctoral programs, fostering innovation, research, and societal impact | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Caxias do Sul | 3,018 | 1967 |
| 90 | [Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-de-san-luis-potosi) (uaslp.mx)<br>Public university in Mexico, largest in San Luis Potosí Offering comprehensive academic programs and granted autonomy in 1923 | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 San Luis Potosí | 3,015 | 1923 |
| 91 | [Universidade Federal de Alagoas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-alagoas) (ufal.br)<br>A federal institution of higher education with multiple campuses offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and distance education programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Maceió | 3,004 | 1961 |
| 92 | [Fundação Faculdade de Medicina](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fundacao-faculdade-de-medicina) (ffm.br)<br>A non-profit foundation supporting education, research, and healthcare at the University of São Paulo's Medical School and Hospital | Non-profit Organizations | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 2,999 | 1986 |
| 93 | [UNEB - Universidade do Estado da Bahia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uneb-universidade-do-estado-da-bahia) (portal.uneb.br)<br>A leading public university committed to quality education, social development, and reducing inequalities through teaching, research, and community programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Salvador | 2,977 | 1983 |
| 94 | [Universidade Federal de Uberlândia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-uberlandia) (ufu.br)<br>A leading research and educational institution with multiple campuses in Brazil, specializing in science and technology in the Central region | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Uberlândia | 2,957 | 1960 |
| 95 | [Universidad Nacional de San Martín](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-san-martin) (unsam.edu.ar)<br>A metropolitan public university in Argentina with various departments, including Science & Technology and Humanities, located in San Martín | Higher Education | 🇦🇷 San Martín | 2,906 | 1992 |
| 96 | [Universidad de La Frontera](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-la-frontera) (ufro.cl)<br>A prestigious university in Chile's Araucanía region offering 37 undergraduate programs, with over 8,000 students and top national rankings | Higher Education | 🇨🇱 Temuco | 2,887 | 1981 |
| 97 | [Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pontificia-universidade-catolica-de-minas-gerais) (pucminas.br)<br>Leading educational institution in Brazil with multiple campuses, over 54,000 students, and a reputation for academic excellence and research | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 | 2,855 |  |
| 98 | [SENAI CIMATEC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/senai-cimatec) (senaicimatec.com.br)<br>SENAI CIMATEC specializes in providing advanced technical education and research in various fields such as industrial automation, energy, environment, and innovation | Civic and Social Organizations | 🇧🇷 Salvador | 2,798 |  |
| 99 | [Tecnológico de Costa Rica](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tecnologico-de-costa-rica) (tec.ac.cr)<br>A national institution of higher education in Costa Rica focused on teaching, research, and technology development since its creation in 1971 | Higher Education | 🇨🇷 Cartago | 2,744 | 1971 |
| 100 | [Universidad Nacional del Nordeste](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-del-nordeste) (unne.edu.ar)<br>Specializing in excellence, social responsibility, and innovation management | Higher Education | 🇦🇷 Corrientes | 2,743 | 1956 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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