Karolinska Institute Rankings 2027

The Karolinska Institute, located in Sweden, is a leading medical university known for its focus on health sciences and medical research. Established in 1810, it has made significant contributions to the field of medicine, including the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. The institute offers a unique blend of education and research, attracting students and researchers from around the globe. Its commitment to improving global health through innovative research and education sets it apart. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, Karolinska Institute continues to shape the future of healthcare. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Karolinska Institute Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score

92.82

Global Rank

#131

Regional Rank

#55

Country Rank

Karolinska Institute Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Karolinska Institute’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

95 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

94 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

92 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

88 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

91 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

90 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

93 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

97 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

94 / 100

Institutional Awards

96 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

95 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

92 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

90 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

92 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

93 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

90 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

89 / 100

Quality of Employment

91 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

94 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

93 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

92 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

91 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

89 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

92 / 100

International Student Support

90 / 100

International Students & Faculty

90 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

91 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

88 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

94 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

90 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

93 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

95 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

96 / 100

Research Output & Scale

97 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

92 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

88 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

95 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

90 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

93 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

94 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

90 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

90 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

89 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

91 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

90 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

92 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

91 / 100

Student Support Services

89 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

89 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

87 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

90 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

89 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

89 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

90 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

88 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

88 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

91 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

90 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

90 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

88 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

91 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

90 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

91 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

90 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

89 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

89 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

93 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

90 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

92 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

91 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

92 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

90 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

90 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

89 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

91 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

89 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

88 / 100

Karolinska Institute Historical Rankings

Explore Karolinska Institute'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 Karolinska Institute

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year	Overall Score	Global Rank
1980	NA	#249
1981	NA	#253
1982	NA	#259
1983	NA	#253
1984	NA	#258
1985	NA	#262
1986	NA	#247
1987	NA	#247
1988	NA	#245
1989	NA	#247
1990	NA	#243
1991	NA	#247
1992	NA	#247
1993	NA	#264
1994	NA	#247
1995	NA	#247
1996	NA	#247
1997	NA	#246
1998	NA	#247
1999	NA	#247
2000	NA	#266
2001	NA	#270
2002	NA	#263
2003	NA	#257
2004	NA	#257
2005	NA	#256
2006	NA	#260
2007	NA	#254
2008	NA	#258
2009	NA	#252
2010	NA	#256
2011	NA	#250
2012	NA	#256
2013	NA	#254
2014	NA	#255
2015	NA	#245
2016	NA	#213
2017	NA	#213
2018	NA	#213
2019	NA	#68
2020	NA	#69
2021	NA	#68
2022	NA	#144
2023	92	#170
2024	91.6	#170
2025	90.31	#177
2026	90.31	#177
2027	92.82	#131

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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