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About U.Porto - U.Porto in the Rankings

The University of Porto is one of the most distinguished Portuguese institutions in international academic and scientific rankings.

Rankings

U.Porto’s notable evolution in education and research is illustrated by its position in the major international academic rankings, which evaluate the quality of higher education institutions worldwide.

In recent years, U.Porto has consolidated its position in leading world rankings, generally ranking among the top 100 European universities and among the top 350 universities in the world. It also stands out in these rankings among the Portuguese higher education institutions with the highest standards and reputation.

U.Porto’s excellent performance is also recognised in specialised rankings, where it is listed among the best institutions in the world in a variety of fields.

The University’s classification in the rankings is the result of its dedication to excellence in education, scientific production, innovation and knowledge transfer, culture and openness to society.

World rankings

QS World University Rankings 2025
  • 2nd in Portugal
  • 17th in Ibero-America
  • 113th-114th in Europe
  • 278th-279th in the World
The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) - Shanghai Ranking 2024
  • 1st-2nd in Portugal
  • 3rd–7th in Ibero-America
  • 76th–109th in Europe
  • 201st–300th in the World
Times Higher Education (THE) 2025 World University Rankings
  • 1st-3rd in Portugal
  • 8th–10th in Ibero-America
  • 190th–220th in Europe
  • 401st–500th in the World
CWTS Leiden Ranking 2024
  • 2nd in Portugal
  • 5th in Ibero-America
  • 33rd in Europe
  • 156th in the World
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
  • 92nd in the World in Pharmacy & Pharmacology
  • 51st–100th in the World in Architecture / Built environment
  • 51st–100th in the World in Sports-Related Subjects
  • 51st–100th in the World in Petroleum Engineering
Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS) 2024
  • 51-75th in the World in Food Science and Technology
  • 51-75th in the World in Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • 76th–100th in the World in Biotechnology
Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments 2023
  • 1st in Portugal
  • 6th-11th in Ibero-America
  • 25th-43rd in Europe
  • 50th-100th in the World