Willamette University

Willamette University ranks #1,829 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 71.59 out of 100. It ranks #415 nationally.

| Global Rank 1829 | Overall Score 71.59 |
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Top Country #415

Top North America #491

Top World #1,829

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Willamette University, located in Salem, Oregon, is the oldest university in the western United States and has a rich history of academic excellence. Willamette is known for its strong programs in law, business, and the sciences, providing students with a well-rounded education. The university's commitment to sustainability and community service is evident in its various initiatives and student organizations. The close-knit campus community fosters collaboration and personal growth. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Willamette University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
71.59
Global Rank
#1,829
Regional Rank
#491
Country Rank
#415
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Willamette University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Willamette 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

75 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

76 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

73 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

70 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

71 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

72 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

77 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

68 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

64 / 100

Institutional Awards

65 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

66 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

67 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

68 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

70 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

74 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

69 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

71 / 100

Quality of Employment

72 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

66 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

65 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

67 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

64 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

66 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

64 / 100

International Student Support

66 / 100

International Students & Faculty

68 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

67 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

65 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

66 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

63 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

65 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

68 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

67 / 100

Research Output & Scale

69 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

64 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

68 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

71 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

67 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

72 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

72 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

70 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

69 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

69 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

68 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

71 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

74 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

73 / 100

Student Support Services

70 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

63 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

64 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

64 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

65 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

63 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

65 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

65 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

66 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

66 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

64 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

67 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

65 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

63 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

64 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

67 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

68 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

62 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

66 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

69 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

66 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

67 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

68 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

70 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

74 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

72 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

70 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

75 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

73 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

71 / 100

Willamette University Historical Rankings

Explore Willamette 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 Willamette University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #1867
1981 NA #1881
1982 NA #1891
1983 NA #1910
1984 NA #1914
1985 NA #1923
1986 NA #1843
1987 NA #1843
1988 NA #1864
1989 NA #1843
1990 NA #1860
1991 NA #1843
1992 NA #1843
1993 NA #1950
1994 NA #1843
1995 NA #1843
1996 NA #1843
1997 NA #1856
1998 NA #1843
1999 NA #1843
2000 NA #1912
2001 NA #1937
2002 NA #1935
2003 NA #1901
2004 NA #1901
2005 NA #1947
2006 NA #1913
2007 NA #1905
2008 NA #1871
2009 NA #1890
2010 NA #1883
2011 NA #1862
2012 NA #1850
2013 NA #1875
2014 NA #1872
2015 NA #1815
2016 NA #1548
2017 NA #1572
2018 NA #1572
2019 NA #3202
2020 NA #3189
2021 NA #3838
2023 68 #1768
2024 68.07 #1768
2025 67.26 #1962
2026 67.26 #1962
2027 71.59 #1829

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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