University of Kansas

University of Kansas ranks #190 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 91.78 out of 100. It ranks #63 nationally.

| Global Rank 190 | Overall Score 91.78 |
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Top Country #63

Top North America #76

Top World #190

University of Kansas Global Elite University 5 Stars

About University of Kansas

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The University of Kansas, located in Lawrence, is recognized for its strong academic programs and research initiatives. The campus is characterized by its historic architecture and a welcoming community atmosphere that encourages student involvement. The University of Kansas is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, making it an ideal place for students from all backgrounds. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, it is acknowledged for its educational contributions and research excellence. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Kansas Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
91.78
Global Rank
#190
Regional Rank
#76
Country Rank
#63

University of Kansas Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Kansas’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

90 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

93 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

90 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

87 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

91 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

89 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

92 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

90 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

92 / 100

Institutional Awards

89 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

87 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

88 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

89 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

92.5 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

94 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

91 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

90 / 100

Quality of Employment

93 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

90 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

88 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

89 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

87 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

88 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

88 / 100

International Student Support

90 / 100

International Students & Faculty

90 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

91 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

89 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

89 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

88 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

87 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

90 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

92 / 100

Research Output & Scale

91 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

90 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

89.5 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

90 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

89 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

91 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

91 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

89 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

92 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

88 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

90 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

90 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

90 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

92 / 100

Student Support Services

91 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

88 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

90 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

90 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

89 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

87 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

88 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

91 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

91 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

90 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

89 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

90 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

88 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

90 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

89 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

89 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

90 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

91 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

90 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

89 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

90 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

87 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

88 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

90 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

91 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

91 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

90 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

92 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

90 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

89 / 100

University of Kansas Historical Rankings

Explore University of Kansas'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 Kansas

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #129
1981 NA #133
1982 NA #139
1983 NA #140
1984 NA #139
1985 NA #139
1986 NA #127
1987 NA #127
1988 NA #126
1989 NA #127
1990 NA #124
1991 NA #127
1992 NA #127
1993 NA #145
1994 NA #127
1995 NA #127
1996 NA #127
1997 NA #128
1998 NA #127
1999 NA #127
2000 NA #146
2001 NA #145
2002 NA #138
2003 NA #137
2004 NA #142
2005 NA #141
2006 NA #140
2007 NA #139
2008 NA #133
2009 NA #137
2010 NA #136
2011 NA #135
2012 NA #136
2013 NA #134
2014 NA #135
2015 NA #125
2016 NA #152
2017 NA #152
2018 NA #152
2019 NA #218
2020 NA #216
2021 NA #235
2022 NA #163
2023 92 #127
2024 92.47 #127
2025 91.09 #133
2026 91.09 #133
2027 91.78 #190

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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