Top universities in Mexico 2026
| Mexico Rank 2026 | LatAm Rank 2026 | University | Overall | Teaching | Research Environment | Research Quality | Industry | International Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | Tecnológico de Monterrey | 42.6 | 29.7 | 31.3 | 70.1 | 68.4 | 65.8 |
| 2 | 9 | National Autonomous University of Mexico | 40.8 | 37.1 | 32.5 | 48.9 | 66.7 | 60.1 |
| 3 | 52 | Metropolitan Autonomous University | 25.9 | 26.9 | 24.1 | 25.5 | 30.1 | 28 |
| 4 | =91 | Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro | 22.1 | 27.1 | 13.2 | 24.4 | 29.8 | 28.3 |
| =5 | 101–125 | Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla | 18.1–20.6 | 26.5 | 10.5 | 19.3 | 21.2 | 36 |
| =5 | 101–125 | Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN) | 18.1–20.6 | 23.9 | 10.6 | 22.1 | 25.4 | 25.9 |
| =5 | 101–125 | Universidad Panamericana (UP) | 18.1–20.6 | 25.3 | 9.9 | 17.3 | 19.3 | 46.9 |
| =5 | 101–125 | University of Monterrey | 18.1–20.6 | 24 | 13.4 | 14.9 | 18.1 | 49.5 |
| =9 | 126–150 | Anáhuac University | 17.3–18.0 | 26.2 | 10 | 11.1 | 16.9 | 33.4 |
| =9 | 126–150 | University of Guadalajara | 17.3–18.0 | 20.4 | 10 | 20.6 | 19.6 | 29.7 |
| =9 | 126–150 | University of Guanajuato | 17.3–18.0 | 20.4 | 10.4 | 18.8 | 22.2 | 33.1 |
| =12 | 151+ | Autonomous University of Baja California | 11.4–17.2 | 17.2 | 9.9 | 18.5 | 18.2 | 32.3 |
| =12 | 151+ | Autonomous University of Chiapas | 11.4–17.2 | 18.2 | 8.8 | 11.2 | 16.1 | 35.2 |
| =12 | 151+ | Autonomous University of Guerrero (UAGro) | 11.4–17.2 | 18.6 | 8.3 | 10.3 | 17.7 | 29.7 |
| =12 | 151+ | Autonomous University of Sinaloa | 11.4–17.2 | 19.6 | 8.3 | 12 | 16.9 | 39.1 |
| =12 | 151+ | CETYS Universidad | 11.4–17.2 | 25.2 | 7.7 | 4.5 | 19.4 | 51.2 |
| =12 | 151+ | Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila | 11.4–17.2 | 22.9 | 8.8 | 12.6 | 17.1 | 27.1 |
| =12 | 151+ | Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL) | 11.4–17.2 | 15 | 10.6 | 21.5 | 22.4 | 32.8 |
| =12 | 151+ | Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán | 11.4–17.2 | 19.7 | 11.2 | 15.6 | 24.1 | 31.6 |
| =12 | 151+ | Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo | 11.4–17.2 | 19.5 | 9.8 | 10.1 | 19.2 | 26.9 |
| =12 | 151+ | Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Mexico (UAEMex) | 11.4–17.2 | 23.8 | 10.3 | 10.7 | 18.3 | 26.6 |
| =12 | 151+ | Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo | 11.4–17.2 | 19.3 | 9.9 | 17.4 | 19.4 | 29.5 |
| =12 | 151+ | Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla | 11.4–17.2 | 22.3 | 9.8 | 9.6 | 16.2 | 24.3 |
| =12 | 151+ | University of Colima | 11.4–17.2 | 23.6 | 8.8 | 9.6 | 19 | 29.9 |
| =12 | 151+ | University of Sonora | 11.4–17.2 | 17.6 | 9.5 | 19.6 | 27.8 | 34.1 |
Key insights into the Mexico University Ranking 2026
- Some 25 universities from Mexico are ranked in the Times Higher Education Latin America University Rankings 2026.
- Tecnológico de Monterrey takes the first place position as the top university in Mexico.
- Two Mexican universities are ranked in the top 10 of the overall Latin America University Rankings.
- Mexico is one of the biggest economic players in Latin America and is becoming one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. Its excellent transport infrastructure, emergent higher education system and buzzing capital city make it an enticing and exciting choice in which to pursue further education.
Choosing a university in Mexico
Mexico is a popular study-abroad choice in Latin America. It is home to many high-ranking universities in bustling cities such as Mexico City and Oaxaca.
The table for the best universities in Mexico was derived from data collected from the THE Latin America University Rankings. The results are calculated using 18 performance indicators underlying five metrics: research environment, teaching (the learning environment), research quality, industry and international outlook. For more insights and a detailed breakdown of our ranking methodology, visit our methodology page. Use the Mexico university ranking table above to explore the right institution for you.
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