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National Autonomous University of Honduras

university, Tegucigalpa, Honduras
Also known as: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Honduras

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The National Autonomous University of Honduras (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Honduras) is the leading institution of higher education in Honduras. Founded in 1847, it is located in the capital city of Tegucigalpa. The university is a public, coeducational institution. Despite education being free and basic education being compulsory in Honduras, many students face challenges such as poverty and long travel distances, which can hinder their attendance. The university plays a significant role in the country's educational landscape, with additional public and private universities operating nationwide.12

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