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 1,553 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 350 cities. Of these, 595 are public and 756 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 1553 universities and colleges in Mexico across 350 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 595 public and 756 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
National Research Institute in Forestry, Agriculture and Stockbreeding
México, D.F., Mexico
Centre for Advanced Studies in Administration
México, D.F., Mexico
Chihuahua Centre for Postgraduate Studies
Chihuahua, Chiapas, Mexico
IFAC Centre for Family Studies and Research
México, D.F., Mexico
San Pablo University
San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Tacámbaro
Tacámbaro, Michoacán de Ocampo, Mexico
Tepeyac Institute
León, Guanajuato, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
National Institute of Fine Arts and LiteratureNelly y Gloria Campobello National School of Dance
México, D.F., Mexico
Paccioli University of Córdoba
Córdoba, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Benemérita and Centenary Teacher Training School of San Luis Potosí
San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí, Mexico
Institute of Science, Humanities and Technology of Guanajuato
Irapuato, Guanajuato, 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