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 Education in Health and Sexuality Studies
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Technological Institute of Advanced Studies of Jocotitlan
Atlacomulco, Estado de México, Mexico
Technological Institute of Bahía de Banderas
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Nayarit, Mexico
Veracruz Higher Education Centre, Tantoyuca Campus
Tantoyuca, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Libertad School of Higher Education
Salamanca, Guanajuato, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Progreso
Progreso, Yucatán, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of the Sierra Region
Teapa, Tabasco, Mexico
Dr. Ignacio Chavez National Institute of Cardiology
México, D.F., Mexico
Prisciliano Sánchez Institute
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
University College of Puebla
Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
University of Science and Humanities of Veracruz Quetzalcoatl
Veracruz, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Anglo-Mexican Institute of Higher Education
Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
National Institute of Higher Studies in Penal Law
México, D.F., Mexico
University Centre of Tenango del Valle
Tenango del Valle, Estado de México, Mexico
Monte Fenix Centre for Advanced Studies
México, D.F., Mexico
School of Advanced Studies in Physical Education of Orizaba
Orizaba, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Mexican Association for Practice, Research and Teaching of Psychoanalysis
México, D.F., Mexico
La Salle University Victoria
Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas, Mexico
Panamerican University
México, D.F., Mexico
Montecristo College University Centre
Emiliano Zapata, Chiapas, Mexico
