Wakayama University

Wakayama University ranks #9,178 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 28.18 out of 100. It ranks #447 nationally.

| Global Rank 9178 | Overall Score 28.18 |
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Top Country #447

Top Asia #4,100

Top World #9,178

About Wakayama University

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Wakayama University, located in Japan, is dedicated to providing a comprehensive education that emphasizes research and community involvement. Wakayama University fosters a collaborative learning environment where students can engage in meaningful research and community service initiatives. The university's commitment to sustainability and social responsibility is reflected in its curriculum and outreach efforts, preparing students to make a positive impact in their fields. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Wakayama University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
28.18
Global Rank
#9,178
Regional Rank
#4,100
Country Rank
#447
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Wakayama University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Wakayama University’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

40 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

45 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

42 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

30 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

33 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

35 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

38 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

25 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

15 / 100

Institutional Awards

20 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

18 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

22 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

23 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

25 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

28 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

26 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

24 / 100

Quality of Employment

27 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

21 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

19 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

17 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

16 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

28 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

22 / 100

International Student Support

27 / 100

International Students & Faculty

29 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

30 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

26 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

31 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

27 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

29 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

33 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

32 / 100

Research Output & Scale

35 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

28 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

24 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

30 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

26 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

29 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

33 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

31 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

28 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

25 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

27 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

30 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

30 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

32 / 100

Student Support Services

31 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

18 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

19 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

19 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

20 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

22 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

23 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

20 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

21 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

22 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

21 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

17 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

15 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

13 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

14 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

16 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

17 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

12 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

18 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

33 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

30 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

31 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

32 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

34 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

34 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

32 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

30 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

36 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

33 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

31 / 100

Wakayama University Historical Rankings

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Historical ranking data for Wakayama University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #2335
1981 NA #2347
1982 NA #2365
1983 NA #2371
1984 NA #2363
1985 NA #2373
1986 NA #2291
1987 NA #2291
1988 NA #2295
1989 NA #2291
1990 NA #2287
1991 NA #2291
1992 NA #2291
1993 NA #2395
1994 NA #2291
1995 NA #2291
1996 NA #2291
1997 NA #2292
1998 NA #2291
1999 NA #2291
2000 NA #2581
2001 NA #2503
2002 NA #2419
2003 NA #2557
2004 NA #2413
2005 NA #2551
2006 NA #2473
2007 NA #2395
2008 NA #2461
2009 NA #2527
2010 NA #2521
2011 NA #2443
2012 NA #2378
2013 NA #2371
2014 NA #2444
2015 NA #2300
2016 NA #2086
2017 NA #2130
2018 NA #2130
2019 NA #3512
2020 NA #3495
2021 NA #4223
2023 9 #22925
2024 8.53 #22925
2025 26.3 #13098
2026 26.3 #13098
2027 28.18 #9178

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