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American University of Beirut

American University of Beirut ranks #336 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 89.75 out of 100. It ranks #1 nationally.

| Global Rank 336 | Overall Score 89.75 |
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University rankings in Lebanon University rankings in Asia University rankings in Arab World

Top Country #1

Top Asia #73

Top Arab World #6

Top World #336

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About American University of Beirut

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The American University of Beirut is recognized for its strong academic programs and commitment to research. The university's vibrant campus life and diverse student community foster collaboration and personal growth. AUB's commitment to addressing contemporary issues through research enhances its educational offerings. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, the American University of Beirut is dedicated to providing a high-quality educational experience. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Faculties & fields of study

  • Agriculture, Veterinary & Forestry
  • Applied Sciences & Professions
  • Arts, Design & Architecture
  • Business & Management
  • Engineering & Technology
  • Humanities
  • Medicine & Health
  • Natural Sciences & Mathematics
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American University of Beirut Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
89.75
Global Rank
#336
Regional Rank
#73
Country Rank
#1

American University of Beirut Overall Rankings 2027

Explore American University of Beirut’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

88.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

91.2 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

86.9 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

80.4 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

84 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

85.7 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

89.8 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

88.7 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

87.6 / 100

Institutional Awards

90 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

89.4 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

85.9 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

90.7 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

91 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

92.5 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

89 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

88.2 / 100

Quality of Employment

90.3 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

88.5 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

87.8 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

88.3 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

89 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

90.5 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

88.8 / 100

International Student Support

90 / 100

International Students & Faculty

91.1 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

89.5 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

89.7 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

89.6 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

88.7 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

87.4 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

90.9 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

90 / 100

Research Output & Scale

91.7 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

89.1 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

86.9 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

89.8 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

87.7 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

89 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

90.1 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

86.4 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

89.4 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

88.8 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

88.1 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

88.6 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

88.9 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

87.3 / 100

Student Support Services

90.2 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

87.9 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

88.5 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

87.2 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

87.8 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

87.6 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

87.5 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

86.8 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

88.7 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

88.2 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

88 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

88.3 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

87 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

86.7 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

87.6 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

87.1 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

86.5 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

87.3 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

86.8 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

88.3 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

86.9 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

87.5 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

88 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

89.1 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

89.7 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

89.2 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

89.9 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

90.5 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

90 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

88.8 / 100

American University of Beirut Historical Rankings

Explore American University of Beirut'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 American University of Beirut

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1980NA#952
1981NA#949
1982NA#952
1983NA#956
1984NA#957
1985NA#956
1986NA#917
1987NA#917
1988NA#898
1989NA#917
1990NA#901
1991NA#917
1992NA#917
1993NA#955
1994NA#917
1995NA#917
1996NA#917
1997NA#904
1998NA#917
1999NA#917
2000NA#962
2001NA#981
2002NA#959
2003NA#958
2004NA#968
2005NA#957
2006NA#966
2007NA#965
2008NA#954
2009NA#953
2010NA#962
2011NA#961
2012NA#968
2013NA#959
2014NA#966
2015NA#947
2016NA#915
2017NA#926
2018NA#926
2019NA#808
2020NA#804
2021NA#806
2022NA#713
202388#348
202487.51#348
202586.75#345
202686.75#345
202789.75#336

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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