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Addis Ababa University

Addis Ababa University ranks #1,009 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 79.44 out of 100. It ranks #1 nationally.

| Global Rank 1009 | Overall Score 79.44 |
Recognized, Verified

Top Country #1

Top Africa #16

Top World #1,009

Regional Excellence

About Addis Ababa University

Addis Ababa University is a prominent institution in Ethiopia, recognized for its comprehensive academic programs and research initiatives. The institution fosters a collaborative learning environment, encouraging students to participate in research and service projects that address local and global challenges. The vibrant campus life promotes student involvement in various cultural and social activities, enriching their university experience. Addis Ababa University is recognized and verified by UNIRANKS.

Addis Ababa University Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 1 August 2026 | Updated 1 August 2026

Overall Score
79.44
Global Rank
#1,009
Regional Rank
#16
Country Rank
#1
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Addis Ababa University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Addis Ababa 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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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

75.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

85 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

78 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

60 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

65 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

70 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

80 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

70 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

62 / 100

Institutional Awards

50 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

58 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

60 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

65 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

66 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

72 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

69 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

64 / 100

Quality of Employment

68 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

60 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

62 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

63 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

55 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

54 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

59 / 100

International Student Support

60 / 100

International Students & Faculty

57 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

58 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

53 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

67 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

62 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

66 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

68 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

65 / 100

Research Output & Scale

70 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

69 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

66 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

75 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

67 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

69 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

70 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

73 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

69 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

64 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

65 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

68 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

70 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

72 / 100

Student Support Services

71 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

62 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

64 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

63 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

65 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

65 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

68 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

67 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

68 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

70 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

66 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

70 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

58 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

66 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

65 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

60 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

61 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

64 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

62 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

70 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

68 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

69 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

71 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

72 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

73 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

71 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

69 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

74 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

72 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

70 / 100

Addis Ababa University Historical Rankings

Explore Addis Ababa University's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Addis Ababa University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1980NA#2025
1981NA#2025
1982NA#2041
1983NA#2049
1984NA#2048
1985NA#2058
1986NA#1982
1987NA#1982
1988NA#1984
1989NA#1982
1990NA#1992
1991NA#1982
1992NA#1982
1993NA#2084
1994NA#1982
1995NA#1982
1996NA#1982
1997NA#1987
1998NA#1982
1999NA#1982
2000NA#2097
2001NA#2091
2002NA#2052
2003NA#2073
2004NA#2073
2005NA#2094
2006NA#2034
2007NA#2055
2008NA#2076
2009NA#2043
2010NA#2037
2011NA#2031
2012NA#2036
2013NA#2028
2014NA#2031
2015NA#1976
2016NA#1750
2017NA#1784
2018NA#1784
2019NA#1238
2020NA#1237
2021NA#1203
202377#990
202476.69#990
202577.15#961
202677.15#961
202779.44#1009

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

UNIRANKS maintains one of the world's largest historical university ranking archives, with institutional records dating back to 1980. Historical rankings, scores, and institutional data are continuously being verified, digitized, and expanded as new archival sources become available.

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