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 Autonomous University of MexicoFaculty of Higher Studies Aragón
Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl, Estado de México, Mexico
Technological University of Escuinapa
Escuinapa, Sinaloa, Mexico
Autonomous University of Nayarit
Tepic, Nayarit, Mexico
Pedagogical Institute of Postgraduate Studies of Sonora
Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico
Institute of Science and Higher Studies of Tamaulipas
Tampico, Tamaulipas, Mexico
Institute of Science and Culture
Saltillo, Puebla, Mexico
Panamerican UniversityPanamerican University Aguascalientes
Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Huauchinango
Huauchinango, Puebla, Mexico
Rafael Haller Institute
Tepozotlán, Estado de México, Mexico
Technological Institute of Huatabampo
Huatabampo, Sonora, Mexico
Technological Institute of Chilpancingo
Chilpancingo de los Bravo, Guerrero, Mexico
Technological Institute of Advanced Studies of Coacalco
Coacalco de Berriozábal, Estado de México, Mexico
Polytechnic University of Penjamo
Pénjamo, Guanajuato, Mexico
University of Valladolid Yucatan
Valladolid, Yucatán, Mexico
Institute of Architecture and Design
Chihuahua, Chiapas, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Felipe Carrillo Puerto
Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Chapultepec University
México, D.F., Mexico
The College of Jalisco
Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico
Tangamanga University
San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí, Mexico
Polytechnic University of the Gulf of Mexico
Paraiso, Tabasco, Mexico