Naval Postgraduate School

Naval Postgraduate School ranks #1,039 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 78.79 out of 100. It ranks #256 nationally.

| Global Rank 1039 | Overall Score 78.79 |
Recognized, Verified

Top Country #256

Top North America #300

Top World #1,039

Naval Postgraduate School Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

About Naval Postgraduate School

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NPS is dedicated to providing advanced education and research opportunities for military personnel and civilian professionals. The school offers a range of graduate programs focused on national security, defense, and technology. NPS's commitment to research and innovation enhances its role as a leader in defense education. The picturesque coastal campus provides a stimulating environment for learning and collaboration. The Naval Postgraduate School is recognized and verified by UNIRANKS.

Naval Postgraduate School Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
78.79
Global Rank
#1,039
Regional Rank
#300
Country Rank
#256
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Naval Postgraduate School Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Naval Postgraduate School’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

88.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

83.4 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

70.8 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

76 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

78.9 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

81.2 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

79.7 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

74.2 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

72.5 / 100

Institutional Awards

68.4 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

70.1 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

67.3 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

77.4 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

81 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

85.9 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

80.3 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

78.8 / 100

Quality of Employment

82.7 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

69.7 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

74.8 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

70.9 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

71.5 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

77.3 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

72.8 / 100

International Student Support

76.2 / 100

International Students & Faculty

80.1 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

73.6 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

75.4 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

74.6 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

75 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

73.3 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

79.5 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

77.2 / 100

Research Output & Scale

82.9 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

76.1 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

71.1 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

78.5 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

75 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

78.1 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

80 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

70.2 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

79.6 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

73.8 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

77.5 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

74.7 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

75.8 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

77.6 / 100

Student Support Services

76.9 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

72.9 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

74.1 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

75.5 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

76.2 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

71.5 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

72.2 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

70.7 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

75 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

74.4 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

73.8 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

78.3 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

74.5 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

77.9 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

76.8 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

77 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

76.7 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

74 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

79.1 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

80.6 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

78 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

77.2 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

75.9 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

78.4 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

77.4 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

75.2 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

79 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

78.9 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

76.1 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

73.9 / 100

Naval Postgraduate School Historical Rankings

Explore Naval Postgraduate School'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 Naval Postgraduate School

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #1112
1981 NA #1112
1982 NA #1127
1983 NA #1120
1984 NA #1127
1985 NA #1136
1986 NA #1080
1987 NA #1080
1988 NA #1080
1989 NA #1080
1990 NA #1083
1991 NA #1080
1992 NA #1080
1993 NA #1147
1994 NA #1080
1995 NA #1080
1996 NA #1080
1997 NA #1086
1998 NA #1080
1999 NA #1080
2000 NA #1171
2001 NA #1126
2002 NA #1115
2003 NA #1130
2004 NA #1130
2005 NA #1126
2006 NA #1121
2007 NA #1139
2008 NA #1112
2009 NA #1130
2010 NA #1103
2011 NA #1121
2012 NA #1126
2013 NA #1101
2014 NA #1099
2015 NA #1076
2016 NA #1077
2017 NA #1089
2018 NA #1089
2019 NA #1697
2020 NA #1691
2021 NA #1929
2022 NA #1348
2023 75 #1097
2024 75.41 #1097
2025 75.07 #1131
2026 75.07 #1131
2027 78.79 #1039

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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