Southern Methodist University

Southern Methodist University ranks #485 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 88.09 out of 100. It ranks #133 nationally.

| Global Rank 485 | Overall Score 88.09 |
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Top Country #133

Top North America #158

Top World #485

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About Southern Methodist University

Southern Methodist University, located in the United States, is known for its strong emphasis on research and community engagement. The campus culture promotes active participation in both academic and extracurricular activities, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, it is recognized for its commitment to quality education and impactful research. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Southern Methodist University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
88.09
Global Rank
#485
Regional Rank
#158
Country Rank
#133

Southern Methodist University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Southern Methodist 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

90.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

91 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

89.1 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

85.4 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

86.7 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

88.2 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

87.9 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

88.7 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

88 / 100

Institutional Awards

84.3 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

85.2 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

82.5 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

89.6 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

87.8 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

90.9 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

88.4 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

86.5 / 100

Quality of Employment

89.3 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

88.2 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

87.1 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

89.4 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

86.9 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

88.1 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

87.3 / 100

International Student Support

86.9 / 100

International Students & Faculty

87.6 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

88 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

87.5 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

88.8 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

86.8 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

86.3 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

89.7 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

89.5 / 100

Research Output & Scale

90.2 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

87.9 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

87.8 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

88.9 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

87.5 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

88 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

89 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

88.5 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

89.1 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

88 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

88.7 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

87.2 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

87.7 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

88.3 / 100

Student Support Services

87.9 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

85.8 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

86.3 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

85.6 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

86.1 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

85.4 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

86.2 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

86 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

85.7 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

85.9 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

85.5 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

86.5 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

84.3 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

84.5 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

84.9 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

85 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

84.7 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

85.1 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

84.8 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

89.3 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

89.2 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

88.5 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

88.7 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

89 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

88.6 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

88.4 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

88.3 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

88 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

87.9 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

87.1 / 100

Southern Methodist University Historical Rankings

Explore Southern Methodist 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 Southern Methodist University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #570
1981 NA #572
1982 NA #576
1983 NA #577
1984 NA #586
1985 NA #591
1986 NA #544
1987 NA #544
1988 NA #542
1989 NA #544
1990 NA #541
1991 NA #544
1992 NA #544
1993 NA #600
1994 NA #544
1995 NA #544
1996 NA #544
1997 NA #543
1998 NA #544
1999 NA #544
2000 NA #611
2001 NA #588
2002 NA #602
2003 NA #599
2004 NA #579
2005 NA #596
2006 NA #593
2007 NA #580
2008 NA #567
2009 NA #574
2010 NA #571
2011 NA #558
2012 NA #571
2013 NA #569
2014 NA #577
2015 NA #548
2016 NA #427
2017 NA #429
2018 NA #429
2019 NA #728
2020 NA #724
2021 NA #773
2022 NA #420
2023 86 #449
2024 85.69 #449
2025 84.21 #504
2026 84.21 #504
2027 88.09 #485

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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