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
Ibero-American Technological University
Santiago Tianguistenco, Estado de México, Mexico
Centre for Research and Teaching in the Humanities of the State of Morelos
Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico
Marist UniversityMarist University of Guadalajara
Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of the Mountain
Tlapa de Comonfort, Guerrero, Mexico
Bauhaus University Centre
Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
Institute of Higher Studies of the State
Nicolas Bravo, Chihuahua, Mexico
Quetzalcoatl University in Irapuato
Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico
Autonomous University of ChapingoRegional University Unit of the Arid Zones
Bermejillo, Durango, Mexico
Technological University of Tecamachalco
Tecamachalco, Puebla, Mexico
National Institute of Astrophysics, Optics and Electronics
Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
Educational Institute of the Basin of the Papaloapan River
Tres Valles, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Technological Institute of Advanced Studies of the East of the State of Mexico
La Paz, Coahuila de Zaragoza, Mexico
Cultural and Educational Omnium
Veracruz, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Polytechnic University of Juventino Rosas
Santa Cruz de Juventino Rosas, Guanajuato, Mexico
Anáhuac Mexico UniversityInstitute of Higher Studies of Tamaulipas
Altamira, Tamaulipas, Mexico
Institute of Dental Studies of Matamoros
Matamoros, Campeche, Mexico
Marillac Institute
México, D.F., Mexico
Londres University
México, D.F., Mexico
Catholic University of Culiacán
Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
University of the Californias International
Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico