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University of Paderborn

University of Paderborn ranks #7,662 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 35.34 out of 100. It ranks #90 nationally.

| Global Rank 7662 | Overall Score 35.34 |
Recognized, Verified

Top Country #90

Top Europe #1,390

Top World #7,662

About University of Paderborn

The University of Paderborn is recognized for its strong focus on education and technology. The university's commitment to interdisciplinary studies enhances the overall educational experience. Its active student life and collaborative atmosphere contribute to a vibrant academic community. The University of Paderborn is recognized and verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Paderborn Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
35.34
Global Rank
#7,662
Regional Rank
#1,390
Country Rank
#90
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

University of Paderborn Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Paderborn’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

55.4 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

44.5 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

42 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

50.2 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

46.7 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

41.3 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

38 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

33.7 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

33 / 100

Institutional Awards

30.1 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

32.4 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

29.6 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

34.1 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

34.9 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

37.5 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

36.8 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

31 / 100

Quality of Employment

35.2 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

32.7 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

33.3 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

33.9 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

31.8 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

40.3 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

39.5 / 100

International Student Support

45.1 / 100

International Students & Faculty

44 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

41.8 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

42.2 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

37.1 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

33.3 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

36.6 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

35.5 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

34.8 / 100

Research Output & Scale

36 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

35.9 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

32.9 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

35.4 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

34.5 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

36.5 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

34.7 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

39 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

34.4 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

34.2 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

33.7 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

38.3 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

37.8 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

34.9 / 100

Student Support Services

35 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

32.1 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

33.7 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

33.6 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

34.8 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

30.6 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

31.7 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

34 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

33.4 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

33.8 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

32.5 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

31.5 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

29.7 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

30.1 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

31 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

33.3 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

30.4 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

31.5 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

32.9 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

37 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

36 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

34.9 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

35.5 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

36.2 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

36 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

35.3 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

33.8 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

35.8 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

34.7 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

34.5 / 100

University of Paderborn Historical Rankings

Explore University of Paderborn'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 Paderborn

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1980NA#703
1981NA#707
1982NA#709
1983NA#705
1984NA#705
1985NA#705
1986NA#674
1987NA#674
1988NA#657
1989NA#674
1990NA#648
1991NA#674
1992NA#674
1993NA#710
1994NA#674
1995NA#674
1996NA#674
1997NA#655
1998NA#674
1999NA#674
2000NA#717
2001NA#717
2002NA#727
2003NA#727
2004NA#727
2005NA#727
2006NA#717
2007NA#727
2008NA#717
2009NA#717
2010NA#727
2011NA#717
2012NA#734
2013NA#732
2014NA#733
2015NA#714
2016NA#704
2017NA#711
2018NA#711
2019NA#985
2020NA#985
2021NA#1038
2022NA#885
202312#20343
202411.75#20343
202530.52#10918
202630.52#10918
202735.34#7662

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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