News
22.06.2026
Finnish universities once again rank among the world’s best in the QS World University Rankings 2027, which features over 1,500 institutions globally.
The latest rankings highlight what makes Finland such a popular study destination — high-quality education and a truly international student experience. In the QS World University Rankings, universities are assessed on factors like academic reputation, employability, student experience, and global outlook.
More than 1,500 universities worldwide were included in the 2027 ranking. Finnish universities secured strong positions across the board:
- 123 –
- 126 –
- 360 –
- 390 –
- 398 –
- 436 –
- 521 –
- 626 –
- 670 –
Together, these results place Finnish universities firmly among the top third worldwide.
Curious to explore more? Take a closer look at the rankings and university profiles on the QS website:
Excelling across subjects, too
It’s not just overall rankings where Finland stands out. Earlier in 2026, several Finnish universities also performed strongly in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. Check out our related article:
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