University of the Free State
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Institution Info
- Founded
- 1904
- Type
- 4-Year University
- Students
- 37,000 students
- Faculty
- 2,900
- Website
- https://www.ufs.ac.za/
About
Rankings
| Source | Year | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| QS | 2026 | QS #1001 · Ranked | — |
| THE | 2026 | THE #1171 · Ranked | 32.60 |
| UNIRANKS | 2026 | UniRanks #1071 · Ranked | 75.79 |
Research Output via OpenAlex
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Motto
"In Veritate Sapientiae Lux"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of the Free State's global ranking?
University of the Free State is ranked #1,071 globally according to the UniRanks aggregated ranking. Within South Africa, it holds the #9 position.
When was University of the Free State founded?
University of the Free State was founded in 1904, making it 122 years old. It is one of the established institutions in South Africa.
How many students attend University of the Free State?
University of the Free State has a student body of approximately 37,000 students. The student-to-faculty ratio is approximately 12:1.
What is University of the Free State's research output?
University of the Free State has produced 36,520 research publications with 884,233 total citations and an h-index of 234, according to OpenAlex data.