HKU and CityU rank in global top 100 universities

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-08-16 12:20

The University of Hong Kong and City University of Hong Kong have both been ranked among the top 100 universities globally in the latest Academic Ranking of World Universities. The University of Hong Kong improved its position to 62nd, moving up five spots, while City University of Hong Kong climbed to 95th. This ranking, compiled by ShanghaiRanking Consultancy, evaluates 1,000 institutions worldwide based on factors such as Nobel Prize and Fields Medal winners, and publications in leading scientific journals like Nature and Science. AI

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SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Theodora Yu · 2026-08-16 12:20

University of Hong Kong, CityU secure spots in global university top 100

Two Hong Kong universities have secured places in the top 100 of an academic ranking that assesses 1,000 institutions worldwide. The University of Hong Kong (HKU) rose five places from 67th last year to 62nd, while City University of Hong Kong (CityU) climbed four places from 99t…