San Francisco State University

San Francisco State University ranks #747 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 83.71 out of 100. It ranks #187 nationally.

| Global Rank 747 | Overall Score 83.71 |
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Top Country #187

Top North America #221

Top World #747

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San Francisco State University (SFSU) is located in the culturally rich city of San Francisco, California. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, particularly in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. SFSU's vibrant campus life and strong community engagement initiatives foster a sense of belonging among students. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, SFSU is dedicated to providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for meaningful careers. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

San Francisco State University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
83.71
Global Rank
#747
Regional Rank
#221
Country Rank
#187

San Francisco State University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore San Francisco 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

80 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

88 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

70 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

75 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

74 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

78 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

82 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

55 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

58 / 100

Institutional Awards

60 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

62 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

65 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

73 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

80 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

79 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

75 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

70 / 100

Quality of Employment

77 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

68 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

72 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

70 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

65 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

53 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

56 / 100

International Student Support

52 / 100

International Students & Faculty

55 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

54 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

50 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

60 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

61 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

62 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

66 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

65 / 100

Research Output & Scale

67 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

64 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

75 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

75 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

68 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

74 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

70 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

72 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

71 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

66 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

69 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

70 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

68 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

76 / 100

Student Support Services

77 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

73 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

74 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

75 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

78 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

77 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

78 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

76 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

81 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

80 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

79 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

82 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

67 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

68 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

69 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

72 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

70 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

66 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

65 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

75 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

74 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

72 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

70 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

77 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

76 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

73 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

71 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

78 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

74 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

69 / 100

San Francisco State University Historical Rankings

Explore San Francisco State 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 San Francisco State University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #574
1981 NA #576
1982 NA #577
1983 NA #573
1984 NA #573
1985 NA #577
1986 NA #542
1987 NA #542
1988 NA #519
1989 NA #542
1990 NA #513
1991 NA #542
1992 NA #542
1993 NA #575
1994 NA #542
1995 NA #542
1996 NA #542
1997 NA #525
1998 NA #542
1999 NA #542
2000 NA #596
2001 NA #586
2002 NA #586
2003 NA #596
2004 NA #596
2005 NA #596
2006 NA #596
2007 NA #606
2008 NA #586
2009 NA #586
2010 NA #596
2011 NA #596
2012 NA #603
2013 NA #607
2014 NA #588
2015 NA #583
2016 NA #552
2017 NA #558
2018 NA #558
2019 NA #1099
2020 NA #1097
2021 NA #1325
2022 NA #719
2023 81 #702
2024 81.11 #702
2025 80.17 #743
2026 80.17 #743
2027 83.71 #747

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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