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The results of the Round University Ranking (RUR) 2026 World University Rankings have been announced. Istanbul Nişantaşı University continued to strengthen its position within the global higher education ecosystem with the results it achieved in the areas of research performance and internationalization.
Strong Performance in Research
Ranking 699th in the world in the Research dimension, Istanbul Nişantaşı University rose to 4th place among foundation (non-profit private) universities in Turkey, demonstrating the strength of its research ecosystem and scientific output capacity.
The university achieved a remarkable success in Normalized Citation Impact, one of the most important indicators of the research dimension. While ranking 251st in the world in this indicator, Istanbul Nişantaşı University rose to 2nd place among foundation universities in Turkey and 4th place among al universities. This result reflects the impact and visibility that the university's scientific work has gained in the international academic literature.
Among the Top Three Foundation Universities in Internationalization
Ranking 437th in the world in the International Diversity dimension, Istanbul Nişantaşı University maintained its strong performance in internationalization by rising to 3rd place among foundation universities in Turkey. Its structure, which brings together students and academics from different countries, stood out as one of the key elements supporting the university's global appeal and international education vision.
Ranking 1015th in the world overal in the RUR 2026 World University Rankings, Istanbul Nişantaşı University continues its rise in line with its research-focused development strategy, international visibility, and emphasis on academic quality. These results stand as concrete indicators of the sustainable academic development that is enhancing the university's global competitiveness.