Sun Yat Sen University
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Institution Info
- Founded
- 1924
- Type
- 4-Year University
- Students
- 65,638 students
- Website
- http://www.sysu.edu.cn/
About
Rankings
| Source | Year | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| QS | 2026 | QS #276 · Ranked | 48,00 |
| THE | 2026 | THE #225 · Ranked | 57,36 |
| UNIRANKS | 2026 | UniRanks #277 · Ranked | 88,22 |
| ARWU | 2025 | ARWU #65 · Top 100 | 30,60 |
Research Output via OpenAlex
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Motto
"博學 審問 慎思 明辨 篤行"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sun Yat Sen University's global ranking?
Sun Yat Sen University is ranked #277 globally according to the UniRanks aggregated ranking. Within China, it holds the #16 position.
When was Sun Yat Sen University founded?
Sun Yat Sen University was founded in 1924, making it 102 years old. It is one of the established institutions in China.
How many students attend Sun Yat Sen University?
Sun Yat Sen University has a student body of approximately 65,638 students.
What is Sun Yat Sen University's research output?
Sun Yat Sen University has produced 287,546 research publications with 24,336,260 total citations and an h-index of 880, according to OpenAlex data.