# Mexican university budget and administrative challenges > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mexican-university-budget-and-administrative-challenges > Updated: 2026-10-13T23:40:50.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Public universities in Mexico are navigating various financial and administrative pressures. The Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila (UAdeC) reported a 600 million peso deficit in its pension system alongside budget cuts of 60 to 70 million pesos, prompting proposals for a moderate budget increase to maintain educational quality and research. In a separate fiscal matter, the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México (UAEMéx) approved a draft budget for the 2027 fiscal year totaling 6,631 million pesos. Officials noted that a 2% nominal increase might result in a 1.7% decrease in real terms due to inflation. Beyond funding, institutional oversight has increased regarding student welfare. In Campeche, the state congress requested that the Universidad Autónoma de Campeche (UACAM) report on its response to student complaints, specifically focusing on the activation of protection protocols, psychological support, and strategies to prevent digital violence. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-13: Mexican universities face budget planning and student safety inquiries UAEMéx approved a 6,631 million peso draft budget for 2027, while Campeche's Congress demanded reports from UACAM officials regarding student complaints and safety protocols. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexican-universities-face-budget-planning-and-student-safety-inquiries ### 2026-09-18: Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila faces budget deficit and new medical service agreement UAdeC faces a 600 million peso pension deficit and potential budget cuts, while simultaneously partnering with state health authorities to provide regional medical arbitration services. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universidad-autnoma-de-coahuila-faces-budget-deficit-and-new-medical-service-agreement --- Cite as: Mexican university budget and administrative challenges. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/mexican-university-budget-and-administrative-challenges