Western Washington University

Western Washington University ranks #968 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 80.15 out of 100. It ranks #240 nationally.

| Global Rank 968 | Overall Score 80.15 |
Recognized, Verified

Top Country #240

Top North America #283

Top World #968

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About Western Washington University

The university offers a range of programs that encourage interdisciplinary learning and community engagement. Students benefit from a picturesque campus and a supportive academic environment that promotes personal growth and development. As an Elite University recognized by UNIRANKS, Western Washington University is dedicated to preparing students for meaningful careers and active citizenship. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Western Washington University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
80.15
Global Rank
#968
Regional Rank
#283
Country Rank
#240

Western Washington University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Western Washington 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

83.2 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

85.1 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

81.5 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

77.8 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

76.9 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

79.4 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

80.6 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

79 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

78 / 100

Institutional Awards

75 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

74.5 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

77.3 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

81.1 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

78.9 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

80.5 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

77.6 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

75.4 / 100

Quality of Employment

79.3 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

76.8 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

78.2 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

79.4 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

77.9 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

75.5 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

74.6 / 100

International Student Support

77.1 / 100

International Students & Faculty

74.7 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

76.2 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

73.9 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

75 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

77.6 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

74.8 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

77.3 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

76.9 / 100

Research Output & Scale

78.7 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

75.9 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

75.8 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

79.5 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

77.9 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

79.1 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

80.2 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

79 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

79.2 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

77.4 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

78.6 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

78.3 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

78.4 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

80 / 100

Student Support Services

80.5 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

77.2 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

75.9 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

75 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

75.7 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

77.9 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

76.3 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

76.7 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

76.4 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

77 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

75.8 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

78.3 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

77.8 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

77.5 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

78.2 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

77.6 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

78.1 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

77 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

77.9 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

81.7 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

79.8 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

79.5 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

80.8 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

82.3 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

79.8 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

79.5 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

78.9 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

80 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

80.1 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

78.7 / 100

Western Washington University Historical Rankings

Explore Western Washington 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 Western Washington University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #957
1981 NA #956
1982 NA #960
1983 NA #962
1984 NA #969
1985 NA #974
1986 NA #928
1987 NA #928
1988 NA #929
1989 NA #928
1990 NA #924
1991 NA #928
1992 NA #928
1993 NA #987
1994 NA #928
1995 NA #928
1996 NA #928
1997 NA #927
1998 NA #928
1999 NA #928
2000 NA #985
2001 NA #972
2002 NA #976
2003 NA #973
2004 NA #963
2005 NA #970
2006 NA #967
2007 NA #954
2008 NA #961
2009 NA #948
2010 NA #945
2011 NA #952
2012 NA #955
2013 NA #943
2014 NA #941
2015 NA #932
2016 NA #909
2017 NA #920
2018 NA #920
2019 NA #1643
2020 NA #1637
2021 NA #1819
2022 NA #972
2023 78 #894
2024 78.19 #894
2025 77.62 #926
2026 77.62 #926
2027 80.15 #968

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