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University of Papua New Guinea

University of Papua New Guinea ranks #4,834 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 48.54 out of 100. It ranks #1 nationally.

| Global Rank 4834 | Overall Score 48.54 |
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University rankings in Papua New Guinea University rankings in Oceania

Top Country #1

Top Oceania #51

Top World #4,834

National Excellence

About University of Papua New Guinea

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The University of Papua New Guinea is a significant institution in the region, offering a wide range of programs across various disciplines. With a strong emphasis on research and community engagement, the university plays a vital role in addressing local and regional challenges. The supportive learning environment fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an appealing choice for students. Currently recognized and verified, the university continues to contribute to the educational landscape and the development of Papua New Guinea. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Papua New Guinea Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
48.54
Global Rank
#4,834
Regional Rank
#51
Country Rank
#1
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

University of Papua New Guinea Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Papua New Guinea’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

48 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

52 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

50 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

40 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

44 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

43 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

47 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

46 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

46 / 100

Institutional Awards

45 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

47 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

44 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

44 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

50 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

48 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

47 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

45 / 100

Quality of Employment

49 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

46 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

47 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

48 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

45 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

44 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

39 / 100

International Student Support

41 / 100

International Students & Faculty

42 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

40 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

43 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

44 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

42 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

43 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

47 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

46 / 100

Research Output & Scale

48 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

45 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

43 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

50 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

45 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

47 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

48 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

47 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

45 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

44 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

44 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

46 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

49 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

48 / 100

Student Support Services

46 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

43 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

42 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

43 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

44 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

44 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

46 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

43 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

42 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

47 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

45 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

41 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

42 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

40 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

41 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

41 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

42 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

42 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

43 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

48 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

45 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

46 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

47 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

49 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

47 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

45 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

43 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

48 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

46 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

44 / 100

University of Papua New Guinea Historical Rankings

Explore University of Papua New Guinea'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 Papua New Guinea

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1990NA#8958
1991NA#8948
1992NA#8948
1993NA#9281
1994NA#8948
1995NA#8948
1996NA#8948
1997NA#8961
1998NA#8948
1999NA#8948
2000NA#10113
2001NA#9186
2002NA#9146
2003NA#9191
2004NA#10357
2005NA#10337
2006NA#10317
2007NA#9649
2008NA#9629
2009NA#9609
2010NA#9589
2011NA#10217
2012NA#10231
2013NA#9883
2014NA#10213
2015NA#8915
2016NA#4091
2017NA#4167
2018NA#4167
2019NA#3541
2020NA#3525
2021NA#4075
2022NA#5530
202343#5881
202442.85#5881
202545.61#5388
202645.61#5388
202748.54#4834

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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