Since the first Act founding St Paul’s College in 1854, the College community has been proud to be “of and within” the University of Sydney. Today, our community is delighted to share that the University of Sydney has been ranked 1st in Australia and 29th globally in the 2025–2026 US News Best Global Universities Rankings for more CLICK HERE.
This recognition reflects the University’s unwavering commitment to excellence across research, teaching, and global impact. From pioneering sustainability science to breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, health, and engineering, the Uni’s researchers, including members of this College, are addressing the world’s most urgent challenges and delivering real-world solutions.
A Snapshot of the University of Sydney’s Global Standing:
- Top 25 in the world – QS World University Rankings 2026
- 1st in Australia – US News Best Global Universities 2025–2026
- 11th globally for sustainability – QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2025
- 19 disciplines ranked No. 1 in Australia
- 61st in the world – Times Higher Education World University Rankings
- 74th globally – Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2024
The US News rankings evaluated over 2,346 universities worldwide, ranking 2,250 institutions, including 38 from Australia (for more CLICK HERE for US News). The University of Sydney’s strong performance is driven by its global research reputation, high-impact publications, and leadership across disciplines such as AI (ranked 18th globally), clinical medicine (29th), and electrical engineering (12th).
As the University continues to rise in global prominence St Paul’s College remains committed to fostering academic excellence, leadership and community within this world-class institution. Applications for 2026 undergraduate residency close on 5 September 2025 and offers will be made in October. Postgraduate resident applications can be made at any time during the year. For more about a residential place at St Paul’s College CLICK HERE.
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