Ghent University
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Institution Info
- Founded
- 1817
- Type
- 4-Year University
- Students
- 50,000 students
- Faculty
- 15 500
- Website
- https://www.ugent.be/
About
Rankings
| Source | Year | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| QS | 2026 | QS #162 · Top 200 | 60,80 |
| THE | 2026 | THE #115 · Top 200 | 65,14 |
| UNIRANKS | 2026 | UniRanks #54 · Top 100 | 93,18 |
| ARWU | 2025 | ARWU #91 · Top 100 | 27,20 |
Research Output via OpenAlex
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ghent University's global ranking?
Ghent University is ranked #54 globally according to the UniRanks aggregated ranking. Within Belgium, it holds the #2 position.
When was Ghent University founded?
Ghent University was founded in 1817, making it 209 years old. It is one of the oldest institutions in Belgium.
How many students attend Ghent University?
Ghent University has a student body of approximately 50,000 students. The student-to-faculty ratio is approximately 3:1.
What is Ghent University's research output?
Ghent University has produced 163,089 research publications with 15,620,291 total citations and an h-index of 867, according to OpenAlex data.