University of Cincinnati

University of Cincinnati ranks #321 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 89.96 out of 100. It ranks #95 nationally.

| Global Rank 321 | Overall Score 89.96 |
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Top Country #95

Top North America #114

Top World #321

University of Cincinnati Global Elite University 4 Stars

About University of Cincinnati

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The University of Cincinnati is a comprehensive public research university located in Cincinnati, Ohio. UC emphasizes experiential learning, providing students with opportunities to engage in real-world projects and research. The campus culture is vibrant, with a diverse student body that enhances the educational experience. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, the University of Cincinnati is recognized for its academic contributions and community engagement. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Cincinnati Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
89.96
Global Rank
#321
Regional Rank
#114
Country Rank
#95

University of Cincinnati Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Cincinnati’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

88.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

90 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

89 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

82 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

86.5 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

85 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

87 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

90 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

88.5 / 100

Institutional Awards

88 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

89 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

87.5 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

88 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

91.5 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

92 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

91 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

89 / 100

Quality of Employment

90 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

90 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

89 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

90.5 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

90 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

87 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

87 / 100

International Student Support

87.5 / 100

International Students & Faculty

88 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

88 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

86 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

89 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

88.5 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

87 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

89 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

88.5 / 100

Research Output & Scale

90 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

88 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

88 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

90 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

87.5 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

88 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

89 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

89.5 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

89 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

87 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

88 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

88.5 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

88 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

90 / 100

Student Support Services

87 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

88 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

88.5 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

88 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

87.5 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

87.5 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

88.5 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

89 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

88 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

89 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

88 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

90 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

86.5 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

89 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

88 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

87.5 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

88 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

87.5 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

88.5 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

89.5 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

86 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

87.5 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

88.5 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

89 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

89 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

89.5 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

89 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

90 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

88 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

88 / 100

University of Cincinnati Historical Rankings

Explore University of Cincinnati'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 Cincinnati

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #208
1981 NA #211
1982 NA #213
1983 NA #213
1984 NA #214
1985 NA #212
1986 NA #204
1987 NA #204
1988 NA #197
1989 NA #204
1990 NA #197
1991 NA #204
1992 NA #204
1993 NA #212
1994 NA #204
1995 NA #204
1996 NA #204
1997 NA #199
1998 NA #204
1999 NA #204
2000 NA #216
2001 NA #216
2002 NA #216
2003 NA #221
2004 NA #216
2005 NA #221
2006 NA #216
2007 NA #216
2008 NA #221
2009 NA #216
2010 NA #216
2011 NA #221
2012 NA #222
2013 NA #217
2014 NA #222
2015 NA #212
2016 NA #179
2017 NA #179
2018 NA #179
2019 NA #227
2020 NA #225
2021 NA #225
2022 NA #168
2023 89 #277
2024 89.32 #277
2025 88.01 #288
2026 88.01 #288
2027 89.96 #321

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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