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Swarthmore College

Swarthmore College ranks #1,060 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 78.4 out of 100. It ranks #263 nationally.

| Global Rank 1060 | Overall Score 78.4 |
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Top Country #263

Top North America #307

Top World #1,060

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About Swarthmore College

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Swarthmore is known for its rigorous academic programs and commitment to social responsibility. The college offers a diverse range of undergraduate degrees, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment. Swarthmore's beautiful campus provides a unique setting for personal growth and academic exploration. The college's emphasis on leadership and community engagement prepares students to make meaningful contributions to society. Swarthmore College is recognized and verified by UNIRANKS.

Swarthmore College Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
78.4
Global Rank
#1,060
Regional Rank
#307
Country Rank
#263
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Swarthmore College Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Swarthmore College’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

85 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

88 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

87 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

83 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

79 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

80 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

82 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

70 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

72 / 100

Institutional Awards

75 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

74 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

78 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

80 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

78 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

81 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

77 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

76 / 100

Quality of Employment

79 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

73 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

70 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

72 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

68 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

74 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

73 / 100

International Student Support

77 / 100

International Students & Faculty

76 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

78 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

75 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

69 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

73 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

74 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

71 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

70 / 100

Research Output & Scale

74 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

72 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

75 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

82 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

79 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

82 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

85 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

86 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

80 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

76 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

77 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

78 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

80 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

79 / 100

Student Support Services

81 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

75 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

73 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

72 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

74 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

71 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

72 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

70 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

72 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

73 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

74 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

78 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

68 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

75 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

74 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

71 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

70 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

70 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

69 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

80 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

76 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

77 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

79 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

78 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

80 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

78 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

80 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

81 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

79 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

77 / 100

Swarthmore College Historical Rankings

Explore Swarthmore College'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 Swarthmore College

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1980NA#848
1981NA#851
1982NA#853
1983NA#850
1984NA#850
1985NA#850
1986NA#818
1987NA#818
1988NA#800
1989NA#818
1990NA#791
1991NA#818
1992NA#818
1993NA#853
1994NA#818
1995NA#818
1996NA#818
1997NA#799
1998NA#818
1999NA#818
2000NA#881
2001NA#871
2002NA#861
2003NA#871
2004NA#871
2005NA#871
2006NA#861
2007NA#871
2008NA#861
2009NA#861
2010NA#881
2011NA#881
2012NA#868
2013NA#876
2014NA#877
2015NA#858
2016NA#11319
2017NA#11513
2018NA#11513
2019NA#2245
2020NA#2234
2021NA#2534
2022NA#1215
202376#1046
202476.05#1046
202574.41#1203
202674.41#1203
202778.4#1060

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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