National Open University of Nigeria

National Open University of Nigeria ranks #6,820 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 39.53 out of 100. It ranks #54 nationally.

| Global Rank 6820 | Overall Score 39.53 |
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Top Country #54

Top Africa #264

Top World #6,820

About National Open University of Nigeria

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The National Open University of Nigeria is dedicated to providing accessible education and fostering a supportive academic community. The vibrant campus life encourages cultural exchange and personal growth, creating an inclusive environment for learning. The university's commitment to research and community engagement enhances its role in the educational landscape. Recognized and verified, the National Open University continues to strive for excellence in higher education.

National Open University of Nigeria Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
39.53
Global Rank
#6,820
Regional Rank
#264
Country Rank
#54
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

National Open University of Nigeria Overall Rankings 2027

Explore National Open University of Nigeria’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

42.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

43 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

44 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

36 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

35 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

38 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

40 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

32 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

31 / 100

Institutional Awards

30 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

33 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

28 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

38 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

40 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

42 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

39 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

37 / 100

Quality of Employment

41 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

34 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

35 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

33 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

36 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

29 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

25 / 100

International Student Support

27 / 100

International Students & Faculty

30 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

26 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

28 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

35 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

32 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

34 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

37 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

36 / 100

Research Output & Scale

38 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

33 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

39 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

40 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

35 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

41 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

41 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

39 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

38 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

34 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

36 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

37 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

38 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

42 / 100

Student Support Services

40 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

31 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

32 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

27 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

28 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

34 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

36 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

33 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

29 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

37 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

35 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

30 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

29 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

27 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

28 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

31 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

32 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

26 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

30 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

39 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

36 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

37 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

38 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

40 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

40 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

38 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

36 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

41 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

39 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

37 / 100

National Open University of Nigeria Historical Rankings

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Historical ranking data for National Open University of Nigeria

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
2002 NA #11532
2003 NA #10510
2004 NA #10510
2005 NA #13841
2006 NA #13829
2007 NA #12651
2008 NA #11084
2009 NA #12627
2010 NA #11060
2011 NA #11825
2012 NA #11464
2013 NA #10342
2014 NA #10355
2015 NA #10286
2016 NA #10070
2017 NA #10232
2018 NA #10232
2019 NA #6115
2020 NA #6084
2021 NA #5518
2023 37 #7818
2024 36.53 #7818
2025 36.74 #7867
2026 36.74 #7867
2027 39.53 #6820

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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