Universities are increasingly exploring learning delivery systems that support both educational effectiveness and sustainability. This study evaluates student preferences for different learning modes using the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to identify the most suitable learning delivery approach in higher education. Data were collected from students across multiple universities and analyzed using five criteria: learning effectiveness, cost, flexibility, interaction, and technology. The results indicate that learning effectiveness and cost are the most influential factors in learning mode selection. Among the evaluated alternatives, face-to-face learning obtained the highest preference, followed by blended learning, Tri-X, and ubiquitous online experience (UOX). While traditional classroom learning remains highly valued, flexible and hybrid learning approaches offer opportunities to support more sustainable educational systems by reducing commuting requirements and optimizing institutional resources. These findings provide insights for universities seeking to design learning delivery systems that balance student preferences with sustainable and adaptive higher education practices.