Sunway University

Sunway University ranks #4,406 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 51.03 out of 100. It ranks #36 nationally.

| Global Rank 4406 | Overall Score 51.03 |
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Top Country #36

Top Asia #1,881

Top World #4,406

About Sunway University

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Sunway University is dedicated to providing quality education that prepares students for success in a globalized world. Located in Malaysia, it provides students with access to a vibrant cultural environment that enhances their learning experience. The university promotes a strong sense of community, encouraging collaboration and engagement among students from diverse backgrounds. Its commitment to academic excellence is reflected in its various initiatives aimed at fostering student success. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Sunway University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
51.03
Global Rank
#4,406
Regional Rank
#1,881
Country Rank
#36
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Sunway University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Sunway 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

60 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

59 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

58 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

53 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

56 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

55 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

57 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

49 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

46 / 100

Institutional Awards

48 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

47 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

50 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

50 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

51 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

54 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

52 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

50 / 100

Quality of Employment

53 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

50 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

49 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

47 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

48 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

52 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

49 / 100

International Student Support

51 / 100

International Students & Faculty

54 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

50 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

53 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

45 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

42 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

44 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

47 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

46 / 100

Research Output & Scale

48 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

43 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

45 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

55 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

47 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

52 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

56 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

55 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

49 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

46 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

48 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

51 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

54 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

53 / 100

Student Support Services

50 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

50 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

51 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

46 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

47 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

53 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

55 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

52 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

48 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

56 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

54 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

49 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

52 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

50 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

51 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

54 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

55 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

49 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

53 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

55 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

52 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

53 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

54 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

56 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

53 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

51 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

49 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

54 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

52 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

50 / 100

Sunway University Historical Rankings

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Historical ranking data for Sunway University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1987 NA #6671
1988 NA #6646
1989 NA #6671
1990 NA #6642
1991 NA #6671
1992 NA #6671
1993 NA #6908
1994 NA #6671
1995 NA #6671
1996 NA #6671
1997 NA #6674
1998 NA #6671
1999 NA #6671
2000 NA #7468
2001 NA #7456
2002 NA #7432
2003 NA #7420
2004 NA #7420
2005 NA #6890
2006 NA #6878
2007 NA #7384
2008 NA #8020
2009 NA #8008
2010 NA #7996
2011 NA #7984
2012 NA #7351
2013 NA #7987
2014 NA #7986
2015 NA #6691
2016 NA #4393
2017 NA #4470
2018 NA #4470
2019 NA #2569
2020 NA #2556
2021 NA #1942
2022 NA #3445
2023 48 #4727
2024 48.18 #4727
2025 48.2 #4744
2026 48.2 #4744
2027 51.03 #4406

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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