Northern State University

Northern State University ranks #4,088 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 52.73 out of 100. It ranks #825 nationally.

| Global Rank 4088 | Overall Score 52.73 |
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Top Country #825

Top North America #982

Top World #4,088

About Northern State University

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Northern State University, located in South Dakota, is committed to providing a quality education that prepares students for success in their careers. Northern State emphasizes experiential learning, providing students with opportunities to engage in internships and community service that enhance their academic experience. The university's supportive community fosters collaboration and personal growth, making it an attractive choice for students seeking a transformative educational experience. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Northern State University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
52.73
Global Rank
#4,088
Regional Rank
#982
Country Rank
#825
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Northern State University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Northern State 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

57 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

60 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

55 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

54 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

51 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

52 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

50 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

47 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

50 / 100

Institutional Awards

48 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

46 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

44 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

52 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

55 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

53 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

54 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

49 / 100

Quality of Employment

52 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

48 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

47 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

49 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

45 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

50 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

50 / 100

International Student Support

50.5 / 100

International Students & Faculty

52 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

49 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

51 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

50 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

49 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

48 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

54 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

52 / 100

Research Output & Scale

53 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

51 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

50 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

53 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

51 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

53 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

54 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

52 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

53.5 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

52.5 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

52 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

54 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

51 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

52.5 / 100

Student Support Services

53 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

51 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

52 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

51.5 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

52 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

48.5 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

50.5 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

50 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

50.5 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

51 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

49 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

50 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

48 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

50 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

50.5 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

50 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

51 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

49 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

49 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

54 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

50 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

51 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

52 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

53 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

51.5 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

50 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

53.5 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

52 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

53 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

52 / 100

Northern State University Historical Rankings

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Historical ranking data for Northern State University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1983 NA #4696
1984 NA #4729
1985 NA #4726
1986 NA #4594
1987 NA #4594
1988 NA #4611
1989 NA #4594
1990 NA #4610
1991 NA #4594
1992 NA #4594
1993 NA #4789
1994 NA #4594
1995 NA #4594
1996 NA #4594
1997 NA #4602
1998 NA #4594
1999 NA #4594
2000 NA #5194
2001 NA #4728
2002 NA #4704
2003 NA #5308
2004 NA #5308
2005 NA #5296
2006 NA #5284
2007 NA #5272
2008 NA #5260
2009 NA #5248
2010 NA #4912
2011 NA #5224
2012 NA #5557
2013 NA #5220
2014 NA #5223
2015 NA #4573
2016 NA #5066
2017 NA #5155
2018 NA #5155
2019 NA #6115
2020 NA #6084
2021 NA #6650
2022 NA #5891
2023 52 #3899
2024 52.11 #3899
2025 49.56 #4477
2026 49.56 #4477
2027 52.73 #4088

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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