Universities in Mexico
Explore top-rated universities and colleges in Mexico. Discover rankings, campus details, and key information about top Mexican higher education institutions to help you choose the best place to study.
Mexico is home to 1,492 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 347 cities. Of these, 583 are public and 733 are private institutions. The highest-ranked institution is Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (world rank #134). The oldest dates back to 1540. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many universities are there in Mexico?
Our directory lists 1492 universities and colleges in Mexico across 347 cities. You can filter them by control type, campus setting, and more.
Which is the top-ranked university in Mexico?
Based on world ranking, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México is the highest-ranked institution in Mexico in our directory (world rank #134).
Are there public and private universities in Mexico?
Yes. Mexico has 583 public and 733 private institutions in our directory. Public universities are typically state-funded, while private institutions are independently run.
How do I choose the right university in Mexico?
Compare institutions by world and country ranking, location, campus setting (urban, suburban, or rural), and control type. Open any university profile for detailed admission information, programs, and fees.
What is the difference between an urban and a rural campus?
An urban campus sits in or near a city, putting internships, public transport, and cultural life within easy reach, though living costs are often higher. A rural or suburban campus offers a quieter, community-focused environment with more space and typically lower costs. Use the Campus Type filter to match the setting to your lifestyle.
Top Universities in Mexico
Centre for Advanced Studies of the East of Michoacán
Maravatío de Ocampo, Michoacán de Ocampo, Mexico
Polytechnic University of Veracruz
Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Poza Rica
Poza Rica, Veracruz, Mexico
Vasco de Quiroga School of Social Work
Comala, Colima, Mexico
University of VeracruzOrizaba - Córdoba Region
Orizaba, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Centre for Technical Industrial Studies
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Institute of Higher Education Tlacotalpan
Tlacotalpan, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Technological University of Nayarit
Xalisco, Nayarit, Mexico
Centre for Design, Cinema and Television
Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico
Polytechnic University of Huatusco
Huatusco, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Centre for Advanced Studies of the South-East
Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Perote
Perote, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Technological Institute of Ciudad Cuauhtémoc
Ciudad Cuauhtémoc, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
University of la Cañada
Teotitlán de Flores Magón, Oaxaca, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of the West of the State of Hidalgo
Mixquiahuala de Juarez, Hidalgo, Mexico
Institute of Higher Studies of Guasave
Guasave, Sinaloa, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of La Sierra Negra de Ajalpan
Ajalpan, Puebla, Mexico
Institute of Interpreters and Translators
México, D.F., Mexico
Marist University
México, DF, Mexico
Technological University of Gutierrez Zamora, Veracruz
Gutiérrez Zamora, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
