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 1,492 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 347 cities. Of these, 583 are public and 733 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 1492 universities and colleges in Mexico across 347 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 583 public and 733 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
Institute of Ecclesiastical Studies
México, D.F., Mexico
University Centre of Ixtlahuaca
Ixtlahuaca, Hidalgo, Mexico
Technological University of the Metropolitan Zone of Guadalajara
Tlajomulco de Zuñiga, Jalisco, Mexico
Technological University of Hermosillo
Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico
College of Postgraduate Studies of the City of Mexico
Cuautitlán Izcalli, Estado de México, Mexico
National University of Education Sciences
México, D.F., Mexico
Marist University of Mérida
Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
Technological University of Tecamac
Tecámac, Estado de México, Mexico
CEUNI University
Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
National Institute of Fiscal Studies
Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas, Mexico
Technological Institute of Advanced Studies of Villa Guerrero
Villa Guerrero, Estado de México, Mexico
University Centre of Ciudad Juárez
Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico
Gestalt Institute
Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico
Technological University of the South of the State of Mexico
Tejupilco, Estado de México, Mexico
Polytechnic University of Victoria
Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas, Mexico
Technological Institute of Conkal
Conkal, Yucatán, Mexico
The College of the Northern Frontier, A.C.
Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico
Higher Technological Institute of Juan Rodríguez Clara
Mata Bejuco, Veracruz, Mexico
Centre for Specialized and Advanced Studies in Odontology of Veracruz
Veracruz, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Technological Institute of Tlaxiaco
Tlaxiaco, Oaxaca, Mexico
