About University of Waikato
University of Waikato is ranked #281 globally in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, representing one of the world's leading institutions of higher education. Located in New Zealand, this prestigious university has achieved an outstanding overall score of 47.3/100.
Complete QS Rankings Analysis
Comprehensive breakdown of all 31 QS ranking metrics showcasing University of Waikato's performance across every dimension
Academic Reputation
28.2 (#446)
Employer Reputation
18.8 (#691)
Faculty Student Ratio
16.2 (#801)
Citations per Faculty
82.1 (#144)
International Faculty Ratio
99.5 (#116)
International Student Ratio
79.7 (#223)
International Students Diversity
81.6 (#192)
International Research Network
49.0 (#801)
Employment Outcomes
58.4 (#282)
Sustainability
84.8 (#112)
University Profile
Key characteristics and institutional focus areas of University of Waikato
Size
M
Focus
CO
Research
VH
Status
Public