International research, academic reputation, more propel UH Mānoa in rankings

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
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Marc Arakaki, (808) 829-0750
Spokesperson, UH Communications
Posted: Jun 17, 2026


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The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa received high marks in the 2027 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings, earning recognition for its international research excellence and academic performance.

UH Mānoa ranked in the top 2.6% internationally and top 3.3% nationally. UH Mānoa placed No. 84 in the nation (out of more than 2,600 4-year institutions) and No. 643 globally (out of more than 25,000 worldwide colleges and universities) in the rankings released on June 17 at 1:01 p.m. HST, June 18 at 12:01 a.m. BST.

QS measured performance across areas including academic reputation, employer reputation, research impact, international engagement, sustainability, faculty-student ratio and employment outcomes. According to QS, UH Mānoa‘s strongest performance areas included its international research network, citations per faculty, international faculty and academic reputation.

“These recognitions reflect the dedication of our faculty, students and staff to advancing knowledge that serves Hawaiʻi, the Pacific and communities around the world,” incoming UH Mānoa Chancellor and interim Provost Vassilis L. Syrmos said. “At UH Mānoa, we are committed to providing opportunities for students to learn through discovery, tackle complex challenges and contribute meaningful solutions that make a difference locally and globally.”

Other recent rankings

UH Mānoa also received these notable rankings:

 

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The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is earning more global recognition.

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In the latest QS World University Rankings released today, UH Mānoa placed in the top 2.6 percent of universities worldwide and ranked 84th in the nation.

The rankings highlight the university’s strengths in international research partnerships, research impact, academic reputation and global engagement.

UH Mānoa also stood out for its international faculty and the influence of its research, showing how work being done in Hawaiʻi is making an impact around the world.