Cleveland State University

Cleveland State University ranks #904 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 81.15 out of 100. It ranks #219 nationally.

| Global Rank 904 | Overall Score 81.15 |
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Top Country #219

Top North America #261

Top World #904

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About Cleveland State University

The university offers a range of programs that prepare students for careers in various fields, including business, engineering, and health sciences. The vibrant campus life encourages student involvement and fosters a sense of community. As an Elite University according to UNIRANKS, Cleveland State University is dedicated to providing a supportive environment that enhances student learning and development. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Cleveland State University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
81.15
Global Rank
#904
Regional Rank
#261
Country Rank
#219

Cleveland State University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Cleveland State 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

82.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

85 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

81 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

78 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

77.5 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

79.3 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

80 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

78 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

80 / 100

Institutional Awards

75 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

72 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

70 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

78 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

82 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

85 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

80 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

79 / 100

Quality of Employment

83 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

77 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

75 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

76 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

74 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

70 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

70 / 100

International Student Support

69 / 100

International Students & Faculty

73 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

71 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

72 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

75 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

74 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

73 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

78 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

77 / 100

Research Output & Scale

80 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

76 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

72 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

79 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

75 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

78 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

81 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

82 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

80 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

74 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

76 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

76 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

80 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

79 / 100

Student Support Services

77 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

73 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

72 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

73 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

74 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

73 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

74 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

75 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

79 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

78 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

76 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

77 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

70 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

78 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

77 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

74 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

72 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

71 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

75 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

82 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

77 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

78 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

79 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

80 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

79 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

76 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

74 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

80 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

78 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

75 / 100

Cleveland State University Historical Rankings

Explore Cleveland State 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 Cleveland State University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #781
1981 NA #785
1982 NA #787
1983 NA #794
1984 NA #797
1985 NA #793
1986 NA #754
1987 NA #754
1988 NA #745
1989 NA #754
1990 NA #741
1991 NA #754
1992 NA #754
1993 NA #806
1994 NA #754
1995 NA #754
1996 NA #754
1997 NA #749
1998 NA #754
1999 NA #754
2000 NA #811
2001 NA #819
2002 NA #795
2003 NA #803
2004 NA #803
2005 NA #801
2006 NA #799
2007 NA #787
2008 NA #785
2009 NA #783
2010 NA #781
2011 NA #779
2012 NA #795
2013 NA #778
2014 NA #779
2015 NA #773
2016 NA #875
2017 NA #885
2018 NA #885
2019 NA #1480
2020 NA #1477
2021 NA #1611
2022 NA #1023
2023 79 #856
2024 78.69 #856
2025 78.11 #888
2026 78.11 #888
2027 81.15 #904

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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