University of Houston

University of Houston ranks #287 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 90.27 out of 100. It ranks #86 nationally.

| Global Rank 287 | Overall Score 90.27 |
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Top Country #86

Top North America #104

Top World #287

University of Houston Global Elite University 5 Stars

About University of Houston

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The University of Houston is a major public research university located in Houston, Texas. UH offers a diverse and vibrant campus life, encouraging student involvement and community engagement. The university's commitment to research and innovation is reflected in its extensive facilities and collaborative projects. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, the University of Houston is acknowledged for its academic excellence and contributions to the community. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Houston Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
90.27
Global Rank
#287
Regional Rank
#104
Country Rank
#86

University of Houston Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Houston’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

92 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

91 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

90 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

87 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

88 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

88 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

89 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

89 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

88 / 100

Institutional Awards

85 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

87 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

86 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

89 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

90 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

91 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

89 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

88 / 100

Quality of Employment

90 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

90 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

88 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

89 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

87 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

87 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

86 / 100

International Student Support

88 / 100

International Students & Faculty

88 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

87 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

89 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

88 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

88 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

87 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

91 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

89 / 100

Research Output & Scale

90 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

89 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

87 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

90 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

88 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

89 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

88 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

89 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

89 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

86 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

87 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

90 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

87 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

88 / 100

Student Support Services

88 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

86 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

87 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

88 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

87 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

88 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

88 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

89 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

88 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

89 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

87 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

90 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

86 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

90 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

89 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

88 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

89 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

88 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

87 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

88 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

89 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

86 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

87 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

89 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

88 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

90 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

89 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

90 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

89 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

88 / 100

University of Houston Historical Rankings

Explore University of Houston'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 Houston

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #193
1981 NA #189
1982 NA #192
1983 NA #187
1984 NA #186
1985 NA #188
1986 NA #181
1987 NA #181
1988 NA #177
1989 NA #181
1990 NA #176
1991 NA #181
1992 NA #181
1993 NA #188
1994 NA #181
1995 NA #181
1996 NA #181
1997 NA #176
1998 NA #181
1999 NA #181
2000 NA #199
2001 NA #204
2002 NA #199
2003 NA #199
2004 NA #199
2005 NA #194
2006 NA #204
2007 NA #194
2008 NA #204
2009 NA #194
2010 NA #199
2011 NA #199
2012 NA #200
2013 NA #200
2014 NA #199
2015 NA #190
2016 NA #197
2017 NA #197
2018 NA #197
2019 NA #362
2020 NA #360
2021 NA #373
2022 NA #180
2023 90 #219
2024 90.45 #219
2025 89.08 #233
2026 89.08 #233
2027 90.27 #287

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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