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 Postgraduate Studies in Dentistry
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Autonomous University of La Laguna
Torreón, Coahuila de Zaragoza, Mexico
Technological Institute of Advanced Studies of Zamora
Zamora, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Hernán Cortés University
Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico
Intercultural University of the State of Puebla
Huehuetla, Hidalgo, Mexico
University Centre of the North-East
Matamoros, Campeche, Mexico
Nation University Centre
México, D.F., Mexico
University of the Sierra Juarez
Ixtlán de Juárez, Oaxaca, Mexico
Technological Institute of Ciudad Valles
Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí, Mexico
Higher Teacher Training School in Physical Education of Jalisco
Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico
Horacio Zuñiga University Studies Centre
Villa Cuauhtémoc, Estado de México, Mexico
Intercultural University of the State of Hidalgo
Tenango de Doria, Hidalgo, Mexico
School of Banking and Commerce
México, D.F., Mexico
Felipe Carrillo Puerto Regional Teacher Training Centre
Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Eastern University Centre of Mexico
México, D.F., Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Arandas
Arandas, Guanajuato, Mexico
Technological Institute of Tehuácan
Tehuacán, Puebla, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Acatlán de Osorio
Acatlán de Osorio, Puebla, Mexico
Modelo University and Technological Institute
Coacalco de Berriozábal, Estado de México, Mexico
Professional Lyceum of Commerce and Administration
Matamoros, Campeche, Mexico
