California State University Northridge

California State University Northridge ranks #829 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 82.1 out of 100. It ranks #206 nationally.

| Global Rank 829 | Overall Score 82.1 |
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Top Country #206

Top North America #242

Top World #829

California State University Northridge Institutional Profile & Capacity

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California State University Northridge is a public university located in Northridge, California. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, particularly in business, education, and the arts. Northridge's vibrant campus life and strong community engagement initiatives foster a sense of belonging among students. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, California State University Northridge is dedicated to providing a comprehensive educational experience. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

California State University Northridge Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
82.1
Global Rank
#829
Regional Rank
#242
Country Rank
#206

California State University Northridge Overall Rankings 2027

Explore California State University Northridge’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

80 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

79 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

83 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

70 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

75 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

78 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

82 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

68 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

60 / 100

Institutional Awards

65 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

66 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

62 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

71 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

72 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

77 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

74 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

70 / 100

Quality of Employment

75 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

67 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

69 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

68 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

64 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

70 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

69 / 100

International Student Support

74 / 100

International Students & Faculty

73 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

71 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

72 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

63 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

67 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

64 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

66 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

68 / 100

Research Output & Scale

65 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

62 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

70 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

70 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

68 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

72 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

72 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

73 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

71 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

67 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

69 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

70 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

71 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

74 / 100

Student Support Services

75 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

71 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

74 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

70 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

74 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

72 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

74 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

76 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

73 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

75 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

73 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

77 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

68 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

71 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

73 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

70 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

72 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

70 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

69 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

75 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

73 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

72 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

74 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

78 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

77 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

72 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

75 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

78 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

73 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

70 / 100

California State University Northridge Historical Rankings

Explore California State University Northridge'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 California State University Northridge

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #693
1981 NA #700
1982 NA #703
1983 NA #706
1984 NA #711
1985 NA #711
1986 NA #672
1987 NA #672
1988 NA #670
1989 NA #672
1990 NA #669
1991 NA #672
1992 NA #672
1993 NA #728
1994 NA #672
1995 NA #672
1996 NA #672
1997 NA #673
1998 NA #672
1999 NA #672
2000 NA #729
2001 NA #726
2002 NA #720
2003 NA #707
2004 NA #707
2005 NA #714
2006 NA #701
2007 NA #708
2008 NA #695
2009 NA #702
2010 NA #699
2011 NA #696
2012 NA #711
2013 NA #697
2014 NA #687
2015 NA #678
2016 NA #735
2017 NA #743
2018 NA #743
2019 NA #1557
2020 NA #1552
2021 NA #1598
2022 NA #737
2023 80 #769
2024 79.94 #769
2025 79.14 #816
2026 79.14 #816
2027 82.1 #829

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