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Shimane University

Shimane University ranks #8,218 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 32.03 out of 100. It ranks #379 nationally.

| Global Rank 8218 | Overall Score 32.03 |
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University rankings in Japan University rankings in Asia

Top Country #379

Top Asia #3,624

Top World #8,218

About Shimane University

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Shimane University, situated in Japan, is dedicated to providing a comprehensive education that emphasizes research and community involvement. Shimane University fosters a collaborative learning environment where students can engage with faculty and peers to explore innovative solutions to contemporary challenges. The university's commitment to sustainability and social responsibility is reflected in its curriculum and community outreach initiatives. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Shimane University Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 1 August 2026 | Updated 1 August 2026

Overall Score
32.03
Global Rank
#8,218
Regional Rank
#3,624
Country Rank
#379
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Shimane University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Shimane 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

42.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

38.5 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

34 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

40 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

30 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

35 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

33 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

30 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

31 / 100

Institutional Awards

28 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

29 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

26 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

33 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

31 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

33 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

28 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

25 / 100

Quality of Employment

30 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

30 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

32 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

29 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

30 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

29 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

28 / 100

International Student Support

29.5 / 100

International Students & Faculty

28.5 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

27.5 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

27 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

30 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

30 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

28 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

33 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

31 / 100

Research Output & Scale

34 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

32 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

33 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

33.5 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

32 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

33 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

32 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

33.5 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

30 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

31.5 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

29.5 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

32 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

31 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

34 / 100

Student Support Services

31 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

29 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

25 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

26 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

27 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

27.5 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

27 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

26.5 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

28.5 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

28 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

26 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

30 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

26 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

29 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

27 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

28 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

30 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

28 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

27.5 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

31.5 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

33 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

31 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

30 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

32 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

34 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

30 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

32.5 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

33 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

32 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

33 / 100

Shimane University Historical Rankings

Explore Shimane 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 Shimane University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1980NA#1490
1981NA#1487
1982NA#1484
1983NA#1489
1984NA#1483
1985NA#1493
1986NA#1434
1987NA#1434
1988NA#1411
1989NA#1434
1990NA#1397
1991NA#1434
1992NA#1434
1993NA#1486
1994NA#1434
1995NA#1434
1996NA#1434
1997NA#1409
1998NA#1434
1999NA#1434
2000NA#1528
2001NA#1568
2002NA#1568
2003NA#1568
2004NA#1568
2005NA#1528
2006NA#1568
2007NA#1568
2008NA#1541
2009NA#1514
2010NA#1541
2011NA#1541
2012NA#1549
2013NA#1542
2014NA#1494
2015NA#1495
2016NA#1462
2017NA#1481
2018NA#1481
2019NA#1658
2020NA#1652
2021NA#1672
202311#20997
202410.82#20997
202529.21#11582
202629.21#11582
202732.03#8218

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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What do the UNIRANKS ranking indicators for Shimane University represent?

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Can Shimane University’s UNIRANKS ranking change over time?

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Does UNIRANKS provide historical rankings for Shimane University?

Historical ranking information may be available on the UNIRANKS profile for Shimane University when historical records are available. These records can help users review changes in ranking performance over time.

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No. Rankings can support university research, but students should also consider academic programs, location, admission requirements, costs, student experience, career goals, and other factors that are important to their individual needs.

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Ranking information may be updated when new ranking editions are published, institutional information is reviewed, or relevant ranking data is updated within the UNIRANKS platform.

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Yes, when historical ranking information is available. The UNIRANKS profile can help users review available ranking positions, scores, and performance changes across different ranking editions.

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