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
University of the Americas and the Caribbean
Colima, Mexico
Technological University of Cadereyta
Cadereyta Jiménez, Nuevo León, Mexico
Technological University of Chetumal
Chetumal, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Puebla Institute of Higher Studies
Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
Virtual University for Superior Studies
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
The College of Chihuahua
Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico
International Faculty of Educational Sciences
Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico
Regional Teacher Training Centre of Aguascalientes
Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, Mexico
Technological University of Oriental
Oriental, Puebla, Mexico
Faculty of Law of the National Bar of Lawyers
México, D.F., Mexico
Desafío Institute
Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico
University Centre of the Sea of Cortez
Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
Higher Teacher Training School of the State of Puebla
Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
Ibero-American University León
León, Guanajuato, Mexico
Mexican Dentistry Association for Teaching and Research
México, D.F., Mexico
Scientific Research Centre of Yucatan
Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
Lucerna University
Coacalco de Berriozábal, Estado de México, Mexico
Technological Institute of San Juan del Río
San Juan del Río, Querétaro, Mexico
Autonomous University of Piedras Negras
Piedras Negras, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Polytechnic University of Baja California
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
