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
Margarita Olivo Lara Educational Institute
Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Technological University of Chihuahua
Chihuahua, Chiapas, Mexico
Marcelo Rubio Ruiz Regional Teacher Training Centre
Loreto, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Technological Institute of Tizimin
Tizimín, Yucatán, Mexico
Polytechnic University of the Valley of Toluca
Santiaguito Tlalcilalcali, Estado de Mexico, Mexico
Technological University of the Tarahumara
Guachochi, Chihuahua, Mexico
Teacher Training School of Texcoco
Texcoco de Mora, Estado de México, Mexico
National Institute of Fine Arts and LiteratureSchool of Design
México, D.F., Mexico
University of the Pacific of Chiapas
Arriaga, Chiapas, Mexico
Cuauhtémoc UniversityXalapa Branch
Xalapa Enríquez, Veracruz, Mexico
Institute of Homeopathic Medicine, Teaching and Research
Monterrey, Chiapas, Mexico
Institute of Integral Communication
Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico
School of Social Work of the State of Chihuahua
Chihuahua, Chiapas, Mexico
Latin American Institute of Science and Humanities
León, Guanajuato, Mexico
Music Conservatoire of the State of Mexico
Toluca, Estado de México, Mexico
Technological Institute of Nuevo Laredo
Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico
Private University of Irapuato
Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico
Mexican Institute of Professional Education
México, D.F., Mexico
University of Cuautitlán Izcalli
Cuautitlán Izcalli, Estado de México, Mexico
Engineering and Industrial Development Centre
Querétaro, Chiapas, Mexico
