University of Nairobi

University of Nairobi ranks #1,003 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 79.53 out of 100. It ranks #1 nationally.

| Global Rank 1003 | Overall Score 79.53 |
Recognized, Verified

Top Country #1

Top Africa #15

Top World #1,003

University of Nairobi Regional Ranking Outstanding Award

About University of Nairobi

It is known for its commitment to research and community engagement, offering a wide range of programs across various disciplines. The university fosters a vibrant student community and emphasizes the importance of education in addressing local and global challenges. Recognized as a UNIRANKS Elite University, the University of Nairobi exemplifies dedication to academic excellence and social responsibility. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Nairobi Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
79.53
Global Rank
#1,003
Regional Rank
#15
Country Rank
#1

University of Nairobi Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Nairobi’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

75.3 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

72.5 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

70.8 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

60.1 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

66.9 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

71.4 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

68.7 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

70.2 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

65.3 / 100

Institutional Awards

64.5 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

69.1 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

67 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

69.5 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

70.6 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

77 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

72.8 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

68.9 / 100

Quality of Employment

74.2 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

71 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

73.4 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

70.7 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

69.8 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

61 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

60.9 / 100

International Student Support

63.2 / 100

International Students & Faculty

58.4 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

62.5 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

60.7 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

68.7 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

70.5 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

66.5 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

77.1 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

74.3 / 100

Research Output & Scale

79.5 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

72 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

65.7 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

75 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

67.8 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

70.4 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

74.1 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

70.2 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

71.8 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

66.9 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

69.7 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

67.5 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

68.6 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

69.9 / 100

Student Support Services

68.2 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

65.9 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

66.8 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

68.3 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

69.5 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

68 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

70.3 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

67.6 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

71.2 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

72.4 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

69.1 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

72 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

67.3 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

68 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

69.4 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

69.9 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

70.6 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

66.1 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

68.8 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

76.3 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

74.5 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

73.2 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

75 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

74.9 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

77.5 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

74 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

76.1 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

78 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

75.8 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

73.5 / 100

University of Nairobi Historical Rankings

Explore University of Nairobi'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 Nairobi

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #1792
1981 NA #1807
1982 NA #1837
1983 NA #1839
1984 NA #1849
1985 NA #1873
1986 NA #1780
1987 NA #1780
1988 NA #1816
1989 NA #1780
1990 NA #1837
1991 NA #1780
1992 NA #1780
1993 NA #1911
1994 NA #1780
1995 NA #1780
1996 NA #1780
1997 NA #1812
1998 NA #1780
1999 NA #1780
2000 NA #1924
2001 NA #1872
2002 NA #1810
2003 NA #1849
2004 NA #1822
2005 NA #1864
2006 NA #1812
2007 NA #1840
2008 NA #1828
2009 NA #1857
2010 NA #1804
2011 NA #1792
2012 NA #1714
2013 NA #1793
2014 NA #1707
2015 NA #1699
2016 NA #722
2017 NA #728
2018 NA #728
2019 NA #1612
2020 NA #1607
2021 NA #1632
2023 78 #924
2024 77.81 #924
2025 77.35 #948
2026 77.35 #948
2027 79.53 #1003

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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