Tecnológico de Monterrey has climbed 13 spots in the Academic Reputation indicator of the QS World University Rankings 2026, reaching 136th place globally in this category.
For the third consecutive year, the institution has advanced in this area, 28 places in total, an indicator that assesses how academic excellence is perceived at universities, based on surveys conducted among education sector experts.
In addition to this upward trend in Academic Reputation—which carries the most weight in the overall score at 30%—the university also improved in other metrics such as Sustainability and International Research Network.
Nationally, Tec ranks second in Academic Reputation, which reflects how the global academic community views research-focused higher education institutions in Mexico.
In this year’s edition of the rankings, the university remains among the world’s Top 200 institutions overall, holding the 187th position globally. Tec also retains its status as the number one private university in Mexico and now ranks 29th globally among private institutions, up one spot from last year.
“Our thanks go to the professors, researchers, students, and staff whose dedication and passion are key to strengthening our academic excellence, research, and institutional impact—allowing us to reaffirm our place among the world’s top 200 universities,” said David Garza, Executive President of the Tecnológico de Monterrey Educational Group.
Tec Moves Up in Sustainability and International Research Network
In the Sustainability metric, Tecnológico de Monterrey rose 29 places to rank 262nd globally. The institution earned a score of 73.8 out of 100 in this category—an improvement of 19.4 points compared to the previous edition.
This score is based on results from the previous QS Sustainability Ranking cycle, which assesses the social and environmental impact of universities as centers of education and research. The evaluation includes areas such as sustainability-focused research, environmental stewardship, equity, governance, educational impact, health, and well-being, among others.
The university also made significant progress in the International Research Network indicator, jumping 219 positions to reach 451st place. It earned a score of 74.6 in this category, representing an 18-point increase compared to the 2025 edition.
This metric evaluates the richness and diversity of a university’s international research partnerships. It focuses on collaborative research and its role in enhancing the quality and transparency of science, as well as in tackling urgent global challenges.
Tec also improved its score in the Citations per Faculty indicator, doubling from 2.4 to 4.8. This reflects a rise in the average number of citations per faculty member, which increased from 16.3 to 21.2. The score is calculated using data from Scopus and serves as an estimate of the impact and quality of the scientific work produced at universities.
“The presence of Tecnológico de Monterrey in the Top 200 of the QS World University Rankings 2026 reflects the steady progress of our institutional strategy in science, technology, and innovation,” said Feniosky Peña-Mora, Executive Vice President of Research at Tec. “With more than 1,100 researchers working across six schools, three institutes, and six research centers, we are generating knowledge that influences public policy, industrial development, and social well-being. This recognition further establishes Tec as a key player in the global research ecosystem with meaningful impact from Latin America.”
Tec in the QS World University Rankings 2026
In the 2026 edition of the rankings published by Quacquarelli Symonds, Tecnológico de Monterrey holds the 187th spot globally and ranks sixth in Latin America. This year, the evaluation considered 8,467 institutions—49% more than the previous year—across 106 countries, with 1,501 universities making the final global list.
“We remain committed to providing excellent education, advancing applied research, and driving socially impactful projects that transform the lives of individuals and communities,” said Juan Pablo Murra, Rector of Tecnológico de Monterrey. “Being part of the world’s top 200 universities is possible thanks to the talent and leadership of our faculty, researchers, students, and academic and administrative teams, who are driving solutions that change realities and reaffirm our mission to prepare leaders capable of tackling the major challenges of our time.”
In the overall score, Tec earned 57.1 points, a 19% increase compared to the previous edition, nine points higher than in the 2025 ranking.
The five indicators where Tec performed best are:
- Employment Outcomes, ranked 52nd globally.
- Employer Reputation, ranked 55th globally.
- Academic Reputation, ranked 136th globally.
- Faculty Student Ratio, ranked 236th globally.
- Sustainability, ranked 262nd globally.
Tec’s National Standing
In the 2026 edition of the QS World University Rankings, Tecnológico de Monterrey ranks second among all Mexican universities and holds the top spot among private institutions.
The Top 5 Mexican universities in this year’s ranking are:
- Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)
- Tecnológico de Monterrey
- Universidad Panamericana (UP)
- Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM)
- Universidad Anáhuac
QS evaluated 22 higher education institutions in Mexico for the 2026 edition of the rankings.
Ranking Evaluation Criteria
To compile its list, QS evaluates the quality of universities worldwide using a methodology based on nine indicators grouped into five key areas:
Research and Discovery
- Academic Reputation – 30%
- Citations per Faculty – 20%
Employability and Outcomes
- Employer Reputation – 15%
- Employment Outcomes – 5%
Global Engagement
- International Faculty – 5%
- International Research Network – 5%
- International Students – 5%
Learning Experience
- Faculty Student Ratio – 10%
Sustainability
- Sustainability – 5%
In this edition, Tec improved its score across all indicators within the five areas evaluated in the global ranking.
The indicators that contributed the most to Tec’s overall score were: Academic Reputation, Employer Reputation, Faculty-Student Ratio, Employment Outcomes, International Research Network, and Sustainability.
“Looking ahead to 2030, we aim to strengthen further Tecnológico de Monterrey’s global reputation to attract top talent, and we’ve identified research as a strategic priority because we believe it’s essential to an academic institution of excellence. We’re motivated by the opportunity for Tec to make a greater impact on society through research,” added David Garza.
This year, the United States and the United Kingdom dominate the Top 10 of the ranking, with four universities each. Meanwhile, Switzerland and Singapore each have one institution ranked among the world’s top 10. The highest-ranked university in Latin America is the University of Buenos Aires, which ranks 84th globally.
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) leads the global ranking, marking its fourteenth consecutive year in the top spot. Imperial College London ranks second, followed by Stanford University in third place.
The University of Oxford and Harvard University round out the Top 5, in fourth and fifth place, respectively.
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