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
Technological University of Puerto Penasco
Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico
Centre for University Studies Rudolph Diesel
Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
University of Valle del Fuerte
Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico
Polytechnic University of Lázaro Cárdenas
Lázaro Cárdenas, Hidalgo, Mexico
Technological Institute of León
León, Guanajuato, Mexico
Institute of Higher Studies of Coahuila
Monclova, Coahuila de Zaragoza, Mexico
Interamerican University of the North and of Technology of the Sierra Madre
Monterrey, Chiapas, Mexico
University Fray Luca Paccioli
Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico
Technological University of Acapulco
Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico
Biological Research Centre of the North-West
La Paz, Coahuila de Zaragoza, Mexico
School of Architecture
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Technological Institute of Sinaloa de Leyva
Sinaloa de Leyva, Sinaloa, Mexico
University of the Arts - Cultural Institute of Aguascalientes
Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, Mexico
Technological Institute of Mazatlán
Mazatlan, Nuevo León, Mexico
Centre of Values
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Solfeggio Music Academy
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
American International University
Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of the South of Guanajuato
Guanajuato, Guanajuato, Mexico
General Mariano Escobedo Technological University
Ciudad General Escobedo, Nuevo León, Mexico
University of the Gulf of Mexico
Orizaba, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico