University of San Diego

University of San Diego ranks #989 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 79.77 out of 100. It ranks #247 nationally.

| Global Rank 989 | Overall Score 79.77 |
Recognized, Verified

Top Country #247

Top North America #290

Top World #989

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About University of San Diego

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USD is known for its strong emphasis on liberal arts education and commitment to social justice. The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, fostering a vibrant academic community. USD's beautiful campus provides a welcoming environment for students, encouraging engagement and collaboration. The university's focus on research and community service enhances the educational experience, allowing students to make meaningful contributions to society. The University of San Diego is recognized and verified by UNIRANKS.

University of San Diego Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
79.77
Global Rank
#989
Regional Rank
#290
Country Rank
#247
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

University of San Diego Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of San Diego’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

83.2 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

84 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

80.1 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

76.7 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

77.8 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

78.5 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

79.6 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

80.2 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

79 / 100

Institutional Awards

75 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

76.5 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

78.4 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

79.8 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

82.3 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

85.1 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

81.7 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

80.5 / 100

Quality of Employment

83 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

77.6 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

78.1 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

77.3 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

74.9 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

78.7 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

77 / 100

International Student Support

77.5 / 100

International Students & Faculty

79.4 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

79.8 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

76.9 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

78.9 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

78.1 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

76.8 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

80.4 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

79.7 / 100

Research Output & Scale

81.5 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

77.2 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

77.9 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

78.3 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

77.5 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

78.7 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

79.9 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

80 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

81.2 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

78.6 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

79.8 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

80.3 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

81.4 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

79.6 / 100

Student Support Services

79 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

76.7 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

75.3 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

74.7 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

75.5 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

75.8 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

75 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

74.9 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

76 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

76.2 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

74.5 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

77.2 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

75.3 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

77.5 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

77 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

76.1 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

75 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

75.7 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

74.9 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

79.1 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

77.3 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

78 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

77.5 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

78.2 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

78.5 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

79.2 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

80 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

79.1 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

77.8 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

78.7 / 100

University of San Diego Historical Rankings

Explore University of San Diego'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 San Diego

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #1024
1981 NA #1029
1982 NA #1027
1983 NA #1029
1984 NA #1036
1985 NA #1036
1986 NA #997
1987 NA #997
1988 NA #978
1989 NA #997
1990 NA #974
1991 NA #997
1992 NA #997
1993 NA #1041
1994 NA #997
1995 NA #997
1996 NA #997
1997 NA #987
1998 NA #997
1999 NA #997
2000 NA #1033
2001 NA #1032
2002 NA #1044
2003 NA #1043
2004 NA #1030
2005 NA #1042
2006 NA #1056
2007 NA #1040
2008 NA #1039
2009 NA #1038
2010 NA #1037
2011 NA #1051
2012 NA #1041
2013 NA #1034
2014 NA #1069
2015 NA #1025
2016 NA #1051
2017 NA #1063
2018 NA #1063
2019 NA #1939
2020 NA #1934
2021 NA #2175
2022 NA #1121
2023 76 #1066
2024 75.77 #1066
2025 75.19 #1121
2026 75.19 #1121
2027 79.77 #989

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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