Wake Forest University

Wake Forest University ranks #264 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 90.47 out of 100. It ranks #81 nationally.

| Global Rank 264 | Overall Score 90.47 |
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Top Country #81

Top North America #98

Top World #264

Wake Forest University Global Elite University 5 Stars

About Wake Forest University

Wake Forest University, located in the United States, is celebrated for its rigorous academic programs and emphasis on ethical leadership. The intimate campus environment fosters close relationships between students and faculty, enhancing the educational experience. Wake Forest University is recognized as a UNIRANKS Elite University, underscoring its commitment to academic excellence and community service. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Wake Forest University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
90.47
Global Rank
#264
Regional Rank
#98
Country Rank
#81

Wake Forest University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Wake Forest 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

88.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

89.3 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

87.1 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

80 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

83.6 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

86.2 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

85.7 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

91.4 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

90.2 / 100

Institutional Awards

90 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

89 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

88.8 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

90 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

91.8 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

92.1 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

89.4 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

88.5 / 100

Quality of Employment

90.7 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

89.5 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

90.1 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

89.9 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

88.7 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

86.9 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

85.9 / 100

International Student Support

87.2 / 100

International Students & Faculty

85.5 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

83 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

84.7 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

89.8 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

89.2 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

88.4 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

91.7 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

90.3 / 100

Research Output & Scale

92.4 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

90.9 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

85.8 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

91.5 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

88 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

89.9 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

90.8 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

89 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

91.1 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

87.6 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

89.3 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

88.8 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

88.3 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

90.5 / 100

Student Support Services

86.7 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

85.6 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

86.8 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

86.7 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

87.1 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

86.3 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

87.4 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

87.9 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

88.4 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

88.7 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

89 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

88.2 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

87.5 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

89.3 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

88.6 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

89.1 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

87.3 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

87.9 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

88 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

90.2 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

87.5 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

88.7 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

89 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

90 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

89.8 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

88.7 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

89 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

90.1 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

88.9 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

87.2 / 100

Wake Forest University Historical Rankings

Explore Wake Forest University'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 Wake Forest University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #405
1981 NA #412
1982 NA #415
1983 NA #418
1984 NA #423
1985 NA #423
1986 NA #384
1987 NA #384
1988 NA #382
1989 NA #384
1990 NA #381
1991 NA #384
1992 NA #384
1993 NA #440
1994 NA #384
1995 NA #384
1996 NA #384
1997 NA #385
1998 NA #384
1999 NA #384
2000 NA #431
2001 NA #428
2002 NA #417
2003 NA #424
2004 NA #414
2005 NA #416
2006 NA #418
2007 NA #405
2008 NA #407
2009 NA #404
2010 NA #401
2011 NA #393
2012 NA #403
2013 NA #394
2014 NA #399
2015 NA #390
2016 NA #342
2017 NA #343
2018 NA #343
2019 NA #357
2020 NA #355
2021 NA #421
2022 NA #375
2023 91 #210
2024 90.64 #210
2025 89.33 #223
2026 89.33 #223
2027 90.47 #264

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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