Leiden University

Leiden University ranks #333 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 89.81 out of 100. It ranks #13 nationally.

| Global Rank 333 | Overall Score 89.81 |
Recognized, Verified

Top Country #13

Top Europe #118

Top World #333

Leiden University Global Elite University 4 Stars

About Leiden University

Leiden University, located in the Netherlands, is one of the oldest universities in the country, known for its strong emphasis on research and academic excellence. The university fosters a collaborative learning environment, encouraging students to engage in research initiatives that address real-world challenges. Its commitment to social responsibility and cultural engagement further enhances its role in the educational landscape. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Leiden University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
89.81
Global Rank
#333
Regional Rank
#118
Country Rank
#13
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Leiden University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Leiden 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

91.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

92 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

90.3 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

88.5 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

90 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

89.2 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

90 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

89 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

89 / 100

Institutional Awards

88 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

88.5 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

87.5 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

89.5 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

89 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

90.5 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

89 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

88 / 100

Quality of Employment

89.7 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

91 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

90 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

90.5 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

89.5 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

90 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

90.8 / 100

International Student Support

91.2 / 100

International Students & Faculty

91 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

91 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

90.5 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

91 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

90 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

90.5 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

91.7 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

91.2 / 100

Research Output & Scale

91.5 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

90.8 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

90 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

90 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

89 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

89 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

89.5 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

90 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

89.7 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

89.5 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

89.3 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

89.5 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

90.3 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

89.8 / 100

Student Support Services

90 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

88.9 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

89 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

88.8 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

88.7 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

88.8 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

88.5 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

88.7 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

89.3 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

89 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

89.2 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

89.1 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

88.4 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

88.8 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

89 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

88.7 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

88.5 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

88.6 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

88.9 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

89.5 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

89 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

90 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

89.3 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

90 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

89.7 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

89.2 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

89.3 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

89.5 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

89 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

89 / 100

Leiden University Historical Rankings

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Historical ranking data for Leiden University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
2019 NA #86
2020 NA #86
2021 NA #88
2023 85 #493
2024 85.07 #493
2025 83.6 #536
2026 83.6 #536
2027 89.81 #333

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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