University of Akureyri

University of Akureyri ranks #3,760 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 54.84 out of 100. It ranks #3 nationally.

| Global Rank 3760 | Overall Score 54.84 |
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Top Country #3

Top Europe #763

Top World #3,760

University of Akureyri National Ranking Excellence Award

About University of Akureyri

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University of Akureyri, located in Iceland, is known for its commitment to research and community engagement. The faculty consists of experienced scholars who guide students through rigorous academic programs aimed at fostering critical thinking and innovation. The university's vibrant campus community encourages collaboration and personal growth, providing students with opportunities to engage in research projects and community service initiatives. This holistic approach prepares graduates for successful careers in various fields. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Akureyri Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
54.84
Global Rank
#3,760
Regional Rank
#763
Country Rank
#3
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

University of Akureyri Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Akureyri’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

70 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

65 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

58 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

50 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

54 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

60 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

55 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

52 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

53 / 100

Institutional Awards

48 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

49 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

50 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

55 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

51 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

54 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

53 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

47 / 100

Quality of Employment

50 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

40 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

45 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

48 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

50 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

55 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

50 / 100

International Student Support

54 / 100

International Students & Faculty

56 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

52 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

51 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

48 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

46 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

47 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

52 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

50 / 100

Research Output & Scale

53 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

49 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

52 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

55 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

56 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

60 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

56 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

59 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

52 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

54 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

55 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

58 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

57 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

55 / 100

Student Support Services

54 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

50 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

46 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

54 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

52 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

51 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

48 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

49 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

55 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

50 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

47 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

53 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

47 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

53 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

51 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

50 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

48 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

50 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

49 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

55 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

57 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

56 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

54 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

58 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

55 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

60 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

55 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

58 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

54 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

52 / 100

University of Akureyri Historical Rankings

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Historical ranking data for University of Akureyri

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1987 NA #3183
1988 NA #3212
1989 NA #3183
1990 NA #3225
1991 NA #3183
1992 NA #3183
1993 NA #3366
1994 NA #3183
1995 NA #3183
1996 NA #3183
1997 NA #3201
1998 NA #3183
1999 NA #3183
2000 NA #3551
2001 NA #3403
2002 NA #3261
2003 NA #3366
2004 NA #3501
2005 NA #3623
2006 NA #3611
2007 NA #3463
2008 NA #3451
2009 NA #3438
2010 NA #3426
2011 NA #3278
2012 NA #3418
2013 NA #3152
2014 NA #3409
2015 NA #3135
2016 NA #2357
2017 NA #2411
2018 NA #2411
2019 NA #3297
2020 NA #3282
2021 NA #3801
2022 NA #3772
2023 51 #4078
2024 51.15 #4078
2025 52.05 #4042
2026 52.05 #4042
2027 54.84 #3760

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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