Abu Dhabi University

| Rank 366 | Score 89.38 |
Recognized, Verified | Accredited By Ministry

Top Country #1

Top Asia #84

Top Arab World #8

Top World #366

Abu Dhabi University Global Elite University 5 Stars

About Abu Dhabi University

Abu Dhabi University, situated in the United Arab Emirates, holds a global rank of 1931 and a score of 67.55. The university is recognized for its diverse academic programs and commitment to student success. The campus is equipped with modern facilities that support both academic and extracurricular activities. Abu Dhabi University encourages student involvement in research and community service, enhancing the overall educational experience. It is recognized as a UNIRANKS Elite University.

Abu Dhabi University Rankings 2027

Verified Institution | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
89.38
Global Rank
#366
Regional Rank
#84
Country Rank
#1
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Abu Dhabi University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Abu Dhabi University’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

95.5

Campus Safety & Security Measures

92

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

94

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

80

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

83

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

90

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

85

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

90

Industry & Employer Recognitions

83

Institutional Awards

78

National & Regional Recognitions

76

Student Awards & Competitions

73

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

83

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

87

Graduate Employment Rate

88

Industry Partnerships & Internships

90

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

78

Quality of Employment

86

Global Standing & Recognition

83

National Recognition & Standing

87

Peer & Academic Reputation

85

Ranking Trends & Improvements

81

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

86.5

International Reputation & Recognition

81.5

International Student Support

88.5

International Students & Faculty

91.5

Multicultural Campus Environment

86.5

Student & Faculty Mobility

84.5

Global Research Collaboration

81.5

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

80.5

Open Science & Accessibility

79.5

Research Impact & Excellence

82.5

Research Integrity & Quality

84.5

Research Output & Scale

85.5

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

83.5

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

86.5

Accreditation & Recognitions

87.5

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

82.5

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

84.5

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

89.5

Faculty-Student Ratio

85.5

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

87.5

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

83.5

Internships & Industry Exposure

85.5

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

83.5

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

87.5

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

86.5

Student Support Services

85.5

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

82.5

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

83.5

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

84.5

Online Learning & Digital Services

85.5

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

84.5

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

87.5

Social Media Presence & Influence

86.5

Website Performance & Speed

88.5

Website Quality & User Experience

88.5

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

85.5

Website Security & Technical Compliance

90.5

AI, Analytics & Automation

87

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

85

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

86

E-Learning & Online Education

89

igital Learning Ecosystem

90

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

87

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

88

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

87

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

86

Institutional Maturity & Stability

85

Program & Degree Portfolio

86

Student Population & Academic Scale

88

Academic Experience Feedback

88.5

Campus Life & Student Engagement

89.5

Retention & Student Continuity

88.5

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

90.5

Student Support & Responsiveness

87.5

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

86.5

Abu Dhabi University Historical Rankings

Track Abu Dhabi University's performance across previous UNIRANKS ranking editions and discover how its institutional performance has evolved over time. Compare historical scores, ranking positions, and long-term trends across multiple ranking indicators.

Historical ranking data for Abu Dhabi University

Historical ranking scores and positions
Year Score Rank
2003 NA #6885
2004 NA #5827
2005 NA #6479
2006 NA #6073
2007 NA #6423
2008 NA #7340
2009 NA #6178
2010 NA #6339
2011 NA #6689
2012 NA #6685
2013 NA #6689
2014 NA #6675
2015 NA #5523
2016 NA #3327
2017 NA #3399
2018 NA #3399
2019 NA #3031
2020 NA #3018
2021 NA #2367
2022 NA #2410
2023 65 #2176
2024 64.6 #2176
2025 67.55 #1926
2026 67.55 #1926
2027 71.55 #1931

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