Cornell University consistently ranks among the top global institutions. According to the 2024 QS World University Rankings, it holds the 20th position worldwide. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 places Cornell at 22nd globally. U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Global Universities ranking lists Cornell at 21st.
These rankings reflect Cornell’s academic excellence, research output, and international reputation. Variations occur due to differing methodologies, emphasizing factors like citations, faculty-student ratios, and employer reputation. Cornell’s strong performance across multiple rankings underscores its status as a leading research university.
