In an exceptional crowning of a rising wave of global achievements witnessed by Aswan University within just one week, the university today announced a prestigious new addition to its distinguished ranking record — being included for the first time in its history in the QS World University Rankings 2026, one of the most renowned and influential global rankings in higher education.
This achievement consolidates Aswan University’s growing position on the international academic stage, as it joined the elite group of globally ranked universities in the 1401+ category, ranking seventeenth (17th) nationally among Egyptian universities included in the ranking. QS evaluated over 8,450 educational institutions worldwide to produce its final list of the top 1,500 global universities.
The QS World University Rankings is a global reference that relies on a comprehensive and balanced methodology, evaluating universities according to precise indicators reflecting academic and research quality, reputation, and international orientation.
This accomplishment highlights the expanding institutional presence of Aswan University on the multi-platform international scene. It crowns a week full of international rankings that have boosted the university’s status, as in recent days the university has achieved impressive results in:
- CWUR 2025 Ranking: For the first time in its history, Aswan University was ranked among the top 9.3% of universities worldwide, a historic achievement confirming its leadership in research and education.
- THE Impact Rankings 2025: Marking a strong return after its absence, the university secured a prominent position among the world’s top 300 universities (category 201-300), ranking second nationally and sixth in Africa. The university particularly excelled in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ranking 11th globally, first in Egypt, and third in Africa for Partnerships for the Goals (SDG17); 36th globally, first in Egypt and Africa for Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG11), and showing excellence in 8 other goals.
- U.S. News 2025-2026 Ranking: The university was included among the top 1,000 universities worldwide, showing notable distinction in precise scientific specializations such as engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, computer science, and energy and fuels.
Prof. Mohamed Abdel Aziz Mehallal Orabi, Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research and supervisor of the International Ranking Office, stated that Aswan University’s inclusion for the first time in the prestigious QS ranking is part of a integrated series of global ranking achievements attained by Aswan University within a few days.
Prof. Orabi pointed out that these results affirm the university’s commitment to academic and research quality standards and its active participation in implementing the comprehensive national vision to develop the higher education and scientific research system. This vision is adopted by the Egyptian state within the framework of the National Higher Education Strategy 2030 and its seven principles, foremost among them the principle of “International Reference.”
He also praised the pivotal role of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in supporting the international ranking file through packages of guiding policies, training programs, and periodic monitoring of institutional performance in universities, positively reflecting the presence of Egyptian universities in major global rankings.
He added that these exceptional results are not only for Aswan University and its members but also affirm the growing status of Egyptian universities on the global stage, demonstrating the profound impact of national policies supporting international rankings. The ultimate goal of these rankings is not merely inclusion or media consumption, but their essence lies in the precise self-evaluation of our institutions and continuous advancement of education and scientific research through accredited academic, research, and international criteria and axes, contributing to ongoing improvement of educational institutions’ performance.
Orabi emphasized that the university faces more effort and determination to achieve more advanced positions, based on a firm belief in Egypt’s Vision 2030, which aims to provide a decent life, bright future, and quality education for our children and future generations amid complex regional and global challenges and rapid growth in science, innovation, and technology fields. This aspiration is pursued through policy and educational environment development, supporting innovative research across various disciplines including interdisciplinary specializations and artificial intelligence, to enhance the university’s contribution to sustainable development locally and globally.
In conclusion, he extended sincere thanks and appreciation to all who contributed to achieving these distinguished accomplishments, affirming the continued diligent work to enhance the university’s academic and research standing, so it remains a beacon of knowledge and a fundamental supporter of the development process in Egypt and the world.
