The University of Oulu has been ranked 201st globally in TIME magazine’s new World’s Top Universities of 2026, an outcomes-focused ranking that evaluates universities based on results and impact. Among Finnish universities, Oulu achieved the highest position.
The ranking considers three key areas: academic capacity and performance, innovation and economic impact, and global engagement. The University of Oulu excelled in scientific output, innovation, and societal impact, reflecting its strong performance in research, patents, and graduates’ career success.
This recognition highlights the university’s international engagement and contributions to science, technology, and society. TIME’s ranking methodology accounts for academic excellence, innovation, and global visibility to provide a holistic measure of university outcomes.
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