| X Summer Universiade X Universiadas de Verano | |
| Host City: | Mexico City, Mexico |
| Nations: | 94 |
| Athletes: | 2,974 |
| Events: | 95 in 10 sports |
| Opening: | September 2, 1979 |
| Closing: | September 13, 1979 |
| Opened By: | José López Portillo |
| Torch Lighter: | Ana Maria Orendain |
| Stadium: | Estadio Olimpico Universitario |
| Previous: | 1977 Sofia |
The 1979 Summer Universiade, also known as the X Summer Universiade, took place in Mexico City, Mexico from 2 to 13 September.[1]