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University of Central Florida

University of Central Florida ranks #221 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 91.2 out of 100. It ranks #71 nationally.

| Global Rank 221 | Overall Score 91.2 |
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Top Country #71

Top North America #85

Top World #221

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About University of Central Florida

The University of Central Florida, located in Orlando, is recognized for its diverse academic offerings and commitment to innovation. The campus is characterized by its vibrant student life and numerous opportunities for involvement. UCF emphasizes research and community engagement, preparing students for future challenges. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, it is acknowledged for its contributions to education and research. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Central Florida Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
91.2
Global Rank
#221
Regional Rank
#85
Country Rank
#71

University of Central Florida Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Central Florida’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

91.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

95 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

92 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

88.5 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

90.5 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

89 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

91 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

90 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

89 / 100

Institutional Awards

85 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

88.5 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

87 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

90.5 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

92 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

94 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

90 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

89 / 100

Quality of Employment

91 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

90 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

89 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

91 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

87 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

87.5 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

86.5 / 100

International Student Support

89 / 100

International Students & Faculty

88 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

90 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

88 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

88 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

89.5 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

87 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

90.5 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

89 / 100

Research Output & Scale

91 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

90 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

90 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

91 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

88.5 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

90 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

92 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

90.5 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

89 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

89 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

90 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

91 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

91 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

89.5 / 100

Student Support Services

90.5 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

87.5 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

88 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

88.5 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

88 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

87.5 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

88.5 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

89 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

89 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

89 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

88 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

90 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

87.5 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

89 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

88 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

88.5 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

88 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

88.5 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

89 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

91 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

90.5 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

89 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

90.5 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

90 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

91 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

89.5 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

90 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

91.5 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

90 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

89 / 100

University of Central Florida Historical Rankings

Explore University of Central Florida'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 University of Central Florida

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1980NA#307
1981NA#308
1982NA#312
1983NA#314
1984NA#319
1985NA#319
1986NA#285
1987NA#285
1988NA#289
1989NA#285
1990NA#290
1991NA#285
1992NA#285
1993NA#338
1994NA#285
1995NA#285
1996NA#285
1997NA#288
1998NA#285
1999NA#285
2000NA#322
2001NA#329
2002NA#323
2003NA#310
2004NA#315
2005NA#307
2006NA#314
2007NA#306
2008NA#298
2009NA#300
2010NA#297
2011NA#289
2012NA#297
2013NA#295
2014NA#298
2015NA#284
2016NA#268
2017NA#268
2018NA#268
2019NA#397
2020NA#395
2021NA#395
2022NA#222
202390#254
202489.8#254
202588.61#262
202688.61#262
202791.2#221

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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