Washington University Saint Louis

Washington University Saint Louis ranks #39 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 95.46 out of 100. It ranks #25 nationally.

| Global Rank 39 | Overall Score 95.46 |
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Top Country #25

Top North America #27

Top World #39

Washington University Saint Louis Global Elite University 5 Stars

About Washington University Saint Louis

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Washington University in St. Louis is a distinguished institution located in the United States, known for its strong academic programs and commitment to research. The university's vibrant campus life and supportive community foster an inclusive environment for personal and academic growth. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, Washington University in St. Louis is dedicated to advancing knowledge and addressing societal challenges. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Washington University Saint Louis Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
95.46
Global Rank
#39
Regional Rank
#27
Country Rank
#25

Washington University Saint Louis Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Washington University Saint Louis’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

93.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

96 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

92.5 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

88.5 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

90 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

91 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

94 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

96.5 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

95 / 100

Institutional Awards

95 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

93 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

94 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

93.5 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

95.5 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

97 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

95 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

94 / 100

Quality of Employment

96 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

95 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

94.5 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

94 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

92 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

90.5 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

91 / 100

International Student Support

88 / 100

International Students & Faculty

89 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

90 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

89.5 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

96.5 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

96 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

95.5 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

97.5 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

97 / 100

Research Output & Scale

98 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

97 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

90 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

95 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

91.5 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

92 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

94 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

92.5 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

95.5 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

92 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

93.5 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

94.5 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

93 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

91 / 100

Student Support Services

90 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

90 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

89 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

87.5 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

88 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

89.5 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

91 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

88.5 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

92 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

92.5 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

90 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

91.5 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

87 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

92.5 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

91 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

90 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

89 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

89.5 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

88.5 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

95 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

93.5 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

91 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

92 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

93 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

93.5 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

93 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

90 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

94 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

92 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

91.5 / 100

Washington University Saint Louis Historical Rankings

Explore Washington University Saint Louis'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 Washington University Saint Louis

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #62
1981 NA #60
1982 NA #59
1983 NA #67
1984 NA #66
1985 NA #64
1986 NA #54
1987 NA #54
1988 NA #54
1989 NA #54
1990 NA #58
1991 NA #54
1992 NA #54
1993 NA #72
1994 NA #54
1995 NA #54
1996 NA #54
1997 NA #57
1998 NA #54
1999 NA #54
2000 NA #64
2001 NA #64
2002 NA #61
2003 NA #61
2004 NA #60
2005 NA #61
2006 NA #58
2007 NA #58
2008 NA #58
2009 NA #56
2010 NA #56
2011 NA #55
2012 NA #54
2013 NA #54
2014 NA #55
2015 NA #52
2016 NA #52
2017 NA #52
2018 NA #52
2019 NA #61
2020 NA #62
2021 NA #66
2022 NA #42
2023 93 #103
2024 93.2 #103
2025 91.73 #109
2026 91.73 #109
2027 95.46 #39

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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