Sultan Qaboos University

| Rank 729 | Score 84.04 |
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Top Country #1

Top Asia #195

Top Arab World #12

Top World #729

Sultan Qaboos University Campus Safety & Security Measures

About Sultan Qaboos University

Sultan Qaboos University is recognized for its strong academic programs and commitment to research. With a global rank of 669 and a score of 81.49, it offers a diverse range of courses that prepare students for successful careers. The university's vibrant campus life fosters collaboration and personal growth among its diverse student body. Its commitment to addressing contemporary issues through research enhances its educational offerings. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, Sultan Qaboos University is dedicated to providing a high-quality educational experience. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Sultan Qaboos University Rankings 2027

Verified Institution | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
84.04
Global Rank
#729
Regional Rank
#195
Country Rank
#1

Sultan Qaboos University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Sultan Qaboos 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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Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

88.5

Campus Safety & Security Measures

90.1

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

84.3

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

79.4

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

80.6

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

83.2

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

86.7

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

82.3

Industry & Employer Recognitions

84

Institutional Awards

75.8

National & Regional Recognitions

81.5

Student Awards & Competitions

78.9

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

82.5

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

84.6

Graduate Employment Rate

85.7

Industry Partnerships & Internships

80.9

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

78.3

Quality of Employment

83.2

Global Standing & Recognition

83.1

National Recognition & Standing

82.7

Peer & Academic Reputation

84.4

Ranking Trends & Improvements

81.3

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

79.1

International Reputation & Recognition

80.3

International Student Support

76.2

International Students & Faculty

75

Multicultural Campus Environment

74.9

Student & Faculty Mobility

77.8

Global Research Collaboration

81.2

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

79.4

Open Science & Accessibility

76.5

Research Impact & Excellence

85.9

Research Integrity & Quality

84.7

Research Output & Scale

87.6

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

83.8

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

75.3

Accreditation & Recognitions

84

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

77.4

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

82

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

86.2

Faculty-Student Ratio

85.1

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

79.8

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

79

Internships & Industry Exposure

81.1

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

78.6

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

80.7

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

81.5

Student Support Services

83.9

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

76.7

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

81

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

77.1

Online Learning & Digital Services

75.5

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

79.2

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

82.5

Social Media Presence & Influence

77.6

Website Performance & Speed

83.7

Website Quality & User Experience

80.8

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

78.9

Website Security & Technical Compliance

84.3

AI, Analytics & Automation

74.5

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

80.2

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

85

E-Learning & Online Education

81.3

igital Learning Ecosystem

79.9

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

78.8

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

77.4

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

85.4

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

83.2

Institutional Maturity & Stability

80.3

Program & Degree Portfolio

82.7

Student Population & Academic Scale

84.1

Academic Experience Feedback

81.6

Campus Life & Student Engagement

79

Retention & Student Continuity

77.7

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

82.4

Student Support & Responsiveness

80.9

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

78.3

Sultan Qaboos University Historical Rankings

Track Sultan Qaboos University's performance across previous UNIRANKS ranking editions and discover how its institutional performance has evolved over time. Compare historical scores, ranking positions, and long-term trends across multiple ranking indicators.

Historical ranking data for Sultan Qaboos University

Historical ranking scores and positions
Year Score Rank
1986 NA #1766
1987 NA #1766
1988 NA #1807
1989 NA #1766
1990 NA #1824
1991 NA #1766
1992 NA #1766
1993 NA #1905
1994 NA #1766
1995 NA #1766
1996 NA #1766
1997 NA #1801
1998 NA #1766
1999 NA #1766
2000 NA #1833
2001 NA #1872
2002 NA #1848
2003 NA #1809
2004 NA #1863
2005 NA #1851
2006 NA #1880
2007 NA #1827
2008 NA #1775
2009 NA #1803
2010 NA #1718
2011 NA #1703
2012 NA #1750
2013 NA #1726
2014 NA #1745
2015 NA #1684
2016 NA #1420
2017 NA #1439
2018 NA #1439
2019 NA #1179
2020 NA #1178
2021 NA #1137
2022 NA #1091
2023 81 #719
2024 80.84 #719
2025 81.49 #666
2026 81.49 #666
2027 86.49 #669

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