Uppsala University, founded in 1477, is Sweden’s oldest university and consistently ranks among the top higher education institutions globally. In national rankings, it is typically placed within the top 3 universities in Sweden, often competing closely with Lund University and Karolinska Institutet.
Internationally, Uppsala University ranks within the top 100–150 in major rankings like QS World University Rankings and Times Higher Education. Its strengths lie in research output, academic reputation, and specialized fields such as life sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Exact positions may vary yearly based on evaluation criteria.
