University of Zambia

University of Zambia ranks #2,312 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 67.15 out of 100. It ranks #1 nationally.

| Global Rank 2312 | Overall Score 67.15 |
Recognized, Verified

Top Country #1

Top Africa #61

Top World #2,312

University of Zambia National Ranking Excellence Award

About University of Zambia

The University of Zambia is a leading institution in Zambia, known for its commitment to academic excellence and research. The university offers a diverse array of programs that cater to the interests of its student body, fostering a collaborative and engaging academic environment. Its focus on community service and research initiatives enhances its role in contributing to the socio-economic development of Zambia. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Zambia Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
67.15
Global Rank
#2,312
Regional Rank
#61
Country Rank
#1
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

University of Zambia Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Zambia’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

70.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

66 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

72.1 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

60.2 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

55.4 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

65.3 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

69.7 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

60.5 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

65.3 / 100

Institutional Awards

62 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

66.7 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

63.4 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

63.8 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

67.5 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

68.2 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

64 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

62.9 / 100

Quality of Employment

66.8 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

64.5 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

67 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

65.1 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

62.2 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

61.2 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

60 / 100

International Student Support

56.7 / 100

International Students & Faculty

58.3 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

57.9 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

59.6 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

60.8 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

63.5 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

61.2 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

66 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

65.5 / 100

Research Output & Scale

67.3 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

64 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

65.2 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

68.6 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

64.3 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

66.5 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

67.4 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

69 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

67 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

63.5 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

65.7 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

65.9 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

66.1 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

67.2 / 100

Student Support Services

66.8 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

64.1 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

63.5 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

64.5 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

65.9 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

64.8 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

63.2 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

62.7 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

66.3 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

66 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

64 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

67 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

61 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

63.7 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

64.2 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

61.8 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

63 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

62.9 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

62.5 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

67.1 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

67 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

66.6 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

65.4 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

68.4 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

66.7 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

66.2 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

67 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

67.5 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

65.9 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

64.8 / 100

University of Zambia Historical Rankings

Explore University of Zambia'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 Zambia

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1983 NA #4642
1984 NA #4651
1985 NA #4645
1986 NA #4548
1987 NA #4548
1988 NA #4512
1989 NA #4548
1990 NA #4483
1991 NA #4548
1992 NA #4548
1993 NA #4681
1994 NA #4548
1995 NA #4548
1996 NA #4548
1997 NA #4510
1998 NA #4548
1999 NA #4548
2000 NA #5623
2001 NA #4745
2002 NA #5614
2003 NA #5611
2004 NA #4963
2005 NA #5284
2006 NA #5281
2007 NA #5278
2008 NA #4659
2009 NA #4656
2010 NA #5593
2011 NA #5590
2012 NA #5122
2013 NA #5590
2014 NA #5113
2015 NA #4633
2016 NA #2526
2017 NA #2583
2018 NA #2583
2019 NA #1881
2020 NA #1876
2021 NA #2119
2023 63 #2335
2024 63.27 #2335
2025 64.83 #2264
2026 64.83 #2264
2027 67.15 #2312

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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