UNIOSUN Debuts in World University Rankings, Emerges Nigeria’s Top State University, 8th Overall
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo Osun State University (UNIOSUN) has made its debut in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027, emerging as Nigeria’s highest-ranked state-owned university and securing a
The University of Osun State (UNIOSUN) has made its first appearance in the 2027 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. The university secured an impressive joint eighth place among Nigerian institutions, marking a significant milestone in its development. According to the ranking's report, UNIOSUN achieved a global placement within the 1,201–1,400 band, placing it above 19 older and larger universities in Nigeria.
Only seven state-owned universities were ranked among the 29 Nigerian universities in the 2027 edition, demonstrating the university's accomplishment. In terms of the ranking indicators, UNIOSUN excelled notably in Research Environment and Teaching, scoring 25.6 and 23.6, respectively, both above their national mean scores of 13.9 and 20.6.
These strong performances further solidify UNIOSUN's position as a leading university in Nigeria. The ranking methodology, based on five broad pillars including Teaching, Research Environment, Research Quality, International Outlook, and Industry, highlights the university's commitment to research, innovation, postgraduate development, international collaboration, and quality assurance.
UNIOSUN's Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Odunayo Clement Adebooye, expressed gratitude towards the Osun State Government and other stakeholders for their support and commitment to the institution's progress. The university is poised to build upon this achievement and pursue further initiatives to enhance its academic and research profile, aiming for greater global recognition.
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