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
Studies Centre of the Atlantic
Veracruz, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Nuevo Casas Grandes
Nuevo Casas Grandes, Chihuahua, Mexico
Anáhuac Mexico UniversityAnahuac University of Queretaro
El Marqués, Querétaro, Mexico
Technological University of San Luis Rio Colorado
San Luis Río Colorado, Sonora, Mexico
Miguel Hidalgo Regional University
Ciudad Madero, Tamaulipas, Mexico
Mexico-American University of the North
Ciudad Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico
Institute of Graphic Communication of the North
Saltillo, Puebla, Mexico
Institute of Fiscal and Administration Studies
México, D.F., Mexico
Technological University of Usumacinta
Emiliano Zapata, Chiapas, Mexico
Paccioli University of Xalapa
Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico
Insurgentes University
México, D.F., Mexico
Technological Institute of Tijuana
Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico
American University of the Isthmus
Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Gotinga Studies and Research Centre
Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Polytechnic University of Ramos Arizpe
Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila de Zaragoza, Mexico
Technological University of North Tamaulipas
Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico
Villanueva Montaño School of Accountancy and Administration
México, D.F., Mexico
Technological University of Centro de Veracruz
Cuitláhuac, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Las Choapas
Las Choapas, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Technological University of Jalisco
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
