Turkish Universities Rank in Top 30 Worldwide in URAP 2025‑26 Survey

The URAP 2025‑26 World University Rankings have been released, placing 30 Turkish institutions among the top 1 500 universities globally. Hacettepe University leads the Turkish list at world rank 574, followed by Istanbul Technical University (697) and Ankara University (735).

Sivas Cumhuriyet University entered the global ranking for the first time, landing at world position 1488 and securing the 30th spot among Turkey’s universities. The full list includes prominent schools such as Koç University, Middle East Technical University, and Bilkent University, highlighting a strong showing for Turkish higher‑education institutions on the international stage. Analysts note that the rankings could boost the universities’ visibility, attract research collaborations, and influence student choice.