University of Waikato
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Institution Info
- Founded
- 1964
- Type
- 4-Year University
- Students
- 10,537 students
- Faculty
- 3,062
- Website
- https://www.waikato.ac.nz
About
Rankings
| Source | Year | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| QS | 2026 | QS #281 · Ranked | 47.30 |
| THE | 2026 | THE #461 · Ranked | 47.53 |
| UNIRANKS | 2026 | UniRanks #1275 · Ranked | 73.66 |
Research Output via OpenAlex
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Motto
"For The People"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Waikato's global ranking?
University of Waikato is ranked #1,275 globally according to the UniRanks aggregated ranking. Within New Zealand, it holds the #7 position.
When was University of Waikato founded?
University of Waikato was founded in 1964, making it 62 years old. It is one of the established institutions in New Zealand.
How many students attend University of Waikato?
University of Waikato has a student body of approximately 10,537 students. The student-to-faculty ratio is approximately 3:1.
What is University of Waikato's research output?
University of Waikato has produced 29,702 research publications with 1,345,728 total citations and an h-index of 351, according to OpenAlex data.