The University of Arizona is ranked #108 in the 2024 edition of Best National Universities by U.S. News & World Report. Among public universities, it holds the #46 spot. Globally, it is positioned within the top 1% of universities, with rankings like #99 in the QS World University Rankings 2024 and #101–150 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Its strengths lie in research, space sciences, and sustainability. Rankings vary by criteria, but the university consistently maintains a strong reputation for academic excellence and innovation.