Rhodes University

Rhodes University ranks #974 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 80.02 out of 100. It ranks #8 nationally.

| Global Rank 974 | Overall Score 80.02 |
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Top Country #8

Top Africa #14

Top World #974

Rhodes University Regional Ranking Outstanding Award

About Rhodes University

Rhodes University, established in 1904, is known for its commitment to academic excellence and research in South Africa. The vibrant campus community fosters collaboration and innovation, encouraging students to engage in various extracurricular activities. Rhodes University is dedicated to addressing societal challenges through education and research. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Rhodes University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
80.02
Global Rank
#974
Regional Rank
#14
Country Rank
#8
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Rhodes University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Rhodes 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

82.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

83 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

81.2 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

76.4 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

78 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

79.8 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

80.1 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

77.5 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

79 / 100

Institutional Awards

75 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

76 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

74 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

79.2 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

78 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

81 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

79.5 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

77 / 100

Quality of Employment

80 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

78.5 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

77 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

79 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

76.5 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

78 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

76 / 100

International Student Support

77.2 / 100

International Students & Faculty

77.5 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

75.5 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

76.8 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

78.6 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

79 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

77.5 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

81 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

79.5 / 100

Research Output & Scale

80.5 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

80 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

78 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

78.2 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

77.2 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

79 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

79.4 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

80 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

80 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

76.9 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

79.5 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

77.8 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

78.5 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

81.2 / 100

Student Support Services

78.3 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

76.5 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

78.2 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

77.7 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

78.5 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

79 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

78 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

77.8 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

79 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

78.5 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

77.5 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

80 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

76 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

77 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

78.5 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

78 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

76.5 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

76.8 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

77 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

80 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

79 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

77 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

78.3 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

79.5 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

79.8 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

78.5 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

81 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

80.5 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

79 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

77.5 / 100

Rhodes University Historical Rankings

Explore Rhodes 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 Rhodes University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #1312
1981 NA #1327
1982 NA #1346
1983 NA #1359
1984 NA #1369
1985 NA #1393
1986 NA #1300
1987 NA #1300
1988 NA #1336
1989 NA #1300
1990 NA #1357
1991 NA #1300
1992 NA #1300
1993 NA #1431
1994 NA #1300
1995 NA #1300
1996 NA #1300
1997 NA #1332
1998 NA #1300
1999 NA #1300
2000 NA #1408
2001 NA #1396
2002 NA #1372
2003 NA #1338
2004 NA #1345
2005 NA #1333
2006 NA #1306
2007 NA #1324
2008 NA #1297
2009 NA #1300
2010 NA #1266
2011 NA #1276
2012 NA #1276
2013 NA #1255
2014 NA #1247
2015 NA #1219
2016 NA #1098
2017 NA #1110
2018 NA #1110
2019 NA #1343
2020 NA #1343
2021 NA #1266
2023 77 #958
2024 77.23 #958
2025 76.91 #974
2026 76.91 #974
2027 80.02 #974

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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