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National Open & Distance University

National Open & Distance University ranks #4,606 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 49.52 out of 100. It ranks #71 nationally.

| Global Rank 4606 | Overall Score 49.52 |
Recognized, Verified

Top Country #71

Top Latin America #370

Top World #4,606

About National Open & Distance University

National Open & Distance University is committed to providing accessible education in Colombia. The institution promotes a collaborative online learning environment, encouraging students to engage with peers and faculty. Its emphasis on practical skills and real-world application prepares graduates for successful careers in various fields. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

National Open & Distance University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
49.52
Global Rank
#4,606
Regional Rank
#370
Country Rank
#71
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

National Open & Distance University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore National Open & Distance 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

40 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

45 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

42 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

38 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

28 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

30 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

55 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

30 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

34 / 100

Institutional Awards

35 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

32 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

33 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

45 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

43 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

50 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

40 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

38 / 100

Quality of Employment

47 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

34 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

38 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

36 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

35 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

33 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

31 / 100

International Student Support

28 / 100

International Students & Faculty

29 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

30 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

30 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

32 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

31 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

34 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

38 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

35 / 100

Research Output & Scale

40 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

33 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

40 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

44 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

41 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

42 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

42 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

40 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

46 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

38 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

44 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

43 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

45 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

48 / 100

Student Support Services

50 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

41 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

40 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

44 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

45 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

43 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

45 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

42 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

46 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

48 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

44 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

47 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

38 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

39 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

41 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

42 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

43 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

40 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

40 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

45 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

43 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

46 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

44 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

48 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

48 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

45 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

44 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

50 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

47 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

46 / 100

National Open & Distance University Historical Rankings

Explore National Open & Distance 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 National Open & Distance University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1983NA#4722
1984NA#4707
1985NA#4722
1986NA#4604
1987NA#4604
1988NA#4550
1989NA#4604
1990NA#4556
1991NA#4604
1992NA#4604
1993NA#4731
1994NA#4604
1995NA#4604
1996NA#4604
1997NA#4567
1998NA#4604
1999NA#4604
2000NA#5358
2001NA#4739
2002NA#6159
2003NA#5670
2004NA#6156
2005NA#5667
2006NA#5340
2007NA#5337
2008NA#5658
2009NA#5007
2010NA#5004
2011NA#5163
2012NA#5666
2013NA#5645
2014NA#5169
2015NA#4691
2016NA#5051
2017NA#5139
2018NA#5139
2019NA#5648
2020NA#5624
2021NA#5251
2022NA#4906
202346#5205
202445.95#5205
202546.12#5252
202646.12#5252
202749.52#4606

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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