The University of California San Diego (UCSD) is consistently ranked among the top universities globally. In the 2023 QS World University Rankings, UCSD placed 53rd worldwide. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 positioned it at 32nd internationally. Nationally, UCSD ranks within the top 20 public universities in the U.S., often securing 8th or 9th place in public university rankings by U.S. News & World Report.
Its strong reputation stems from research output, academic excellence, and contributions to STEM fields. Rankings vary slightly yearly but reflect UCSD’s status as a leading public research institution.
