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- Utrecht University Ranking
- Utrecht University Course Ranking
- Utrecht University US News & World Report Ranking 2025
- Utrecht University QS Ranking 2026
- Utrecht University THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2023
- Utrecht University ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025
Utrecht UniversityUtrecht University Ranking
Utrecht University is one of the top-rated universities in Netherlands. Known for its wide range of courses and its teaching pedagogy, the university has a reputation that is reflected in its rankings from various world-known ranking bodies.
If you look at the Utrecht University ranking for 2025, it stands at #49 globally and #2 nationally, by Shiksha Popularity Ranking. These rankings stood at #44 and #2, respectively, in 2024. QS has also ranked the university at #103, in 2026.
Check out the table below showing 3-year trend of Utrecht University ranking globally:
| Ranking Body | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QS | Not Ranked | 107 | 105 | 103 |
| THE | 66 | Not Ranked | Not Ranked | Not Ranked |
| US News | 44 | 46 | 49 | Not Ranked |
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#65US News Ranking
#49ARWU Ranking
#56QS Ranking
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Utrecht UniversityUtrecht University Course Ranking
In Utrecht University subject ranking 2025, many of the university courses are ranked among the top in the world. These courses, available in streams such as Engineering, Law, Medicine & Health Sciences, Science and Nursing, are also highly popular among international students. The Shiksha Popularity World Ranking has ranked Utrecht University Engineering courses at #313 in 2025. This course was ranked at #265 in 2024. On the other hand, the QS ranks these courses at #252 for the Engineering and Technology courses, showing declined trend from 2024 rank of #249.
Apart from these courses, Shiksha Popularity Ranking also ranks its Law courses globally. Holding firm, this course was positioned at #35 in 2025. Overall, most of the courses offered by this university are notably appealing to international students.
According to Shiksha Popularity Rankings 2025, here’s a quick look at how some of the most popular courses rank:| Course Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | #385 | #265 | #313 |
| Law | #41 | #32 | #35 |
| Medicine & Health Sciences | #46 | #44 | #53 |
| Science | #67 | #73 | #86 |
| Nursing | #87 | #91 | #92 |
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Utrecht UniversityUS News & World Report Ranking 2025
| Ranked by | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global Universities | 44 | 46 | 49 |
Utrecht UniversityQS Ranking 2026
| Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | 41 | 40 | – / – |
| World University | 107 | 105 | 103 |
| Accounting and Finance | 251 | 301 | – / – |
| Architecture and Built Environment | 101 | 151 | – / – |
| Art and Design | – / – | 201 | – / – |
| Biological Sciences | 46 | 61 | – / – |
| Communication and Media Studies | 51 | 51 | – / – |
| Engineering and Technology | 249 | 252 | – / – |
| Law and Legal Studies | 56 | 73 | – / – |
| Mathematics | 151 | 151 | – / – |
| Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering | 301 | 401 | – / – |
| Medicine | 58 | 64 | – / – |
| Nursing | 51 | 51 | – / – |
| Pharmacy and Pharmacology | 28 | 44 | – / – |
| Physics and Astronomy | 143 | 151 | – / – |
| Politics | 101 | 101 | – / – |
| Sociology | 46 | 55 | – / – |
Utrecht UniversityTHE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2023
| Ranked by | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Arts and Humanities | 53 |
| Clinical and Health | 67 |
| Law | 36 |
| Life Sciences | 63 |
| PG Computer Science | 201 |
| Psychology | 26 |
Utrecht UniversityARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025
| Ranked by | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universities | 52 | 55 | 56 |
| Law | 51 | 29 | – / – |
| Mathematics | 301 | 301 | – / – |
| Nursing | 101 | 101 | – / – |
| Physics | 101 | 76 | – / – |
| Political Sciences | 51 | 76 | – / – |
| Sociology | 26 | 40 | – / – |
Utrecht University
Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 9 months ago
Yes Utrecht university is good for International students. Here are some points to confirm this:
1) Utrecht university has its ranking under 100 among all international Universities so you can think of it
2) Utrecht city is a city of various cultures, New students can adjust easily
3)Utrecht Universi
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 9 months ago
Yes Utrecht University is good for International students. It is ranked under 100 globally in QS world rankings. Utrecht city is also a multicultural city that's why international students easily adjust themselves in the city environment.
Hostel facilities are really good. If any problem occurs, univ
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 11 months ago
Application fee of Utrecht University is INR 8.9 K. Application fee is non refundable. To apply to this university, students are required to apply via university specific application link. Here are some documents required to apply-
- Academic transcripts
- Passport copy
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Proof of English
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 11 months ago
Some of the top recruiters of Utrecht University graduates are:
- Lyceo
- Amsterdam UMC
- Deloitte
- Albert Heijn
- Aethon.nl
- UMC Utrecht
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 11 months ago
Here is the list of a few of famous people who have studied at UU:
Names | Designation |
|---|---|
René Descartes | French Philosopher, Scientist, and Mathematician |
Princess Irene of the Netherlands | Princess |
Jan Terlouw | Politician, Physicist, and Author |
Douglas Rushkoff | Media Theorist, Writer, Columnist, etc. |
Rutger Bregman | Historian and Author |
Linda Wagenmakers | Dutch singer and Voice actress |
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Utrecht UniversityLocation
| University City | Utrecht, Other - Netherlands, Netherlands |
| Size of city | Medium |
| Population of City | 3,45,080 |
Utrecht UniversityContact Information
Domplein 29, 3512 JE Utrecht, Netherlands
Utrecht ( Other - Netherlands)
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