The QS World University Rankings for 2025 feature over 1,500 universities across 105 education systems globally. The United States leads the pack with 197 institutions, followed by the United Kingdom with 90, and mainland China with 71. Notably, five Asian universities have secured spots in the top 20 globally.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) continues to dominate, holding the top position for the 13th consecutive year. Following MIT are Imperial College London, University of Oxford, Harvard University, and University of Cambridge.
In Asia, the top 5 universities are:
1. National University of Singapore (NUS) – 8th Globally
NUS offers a wide range of programs, including 70 bachelor’s degrees and over 140 graduate courses. The university also provides numerous double degree options, making it a versatile choice for students.
2. Peking University, China – 14th Globally
Featuring six faculties and a semester-based academic calendar, Peking University offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees, as well as short-term courses in Chinese studies.
3. Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore – 15th Globally
NTU provides scholarships based on academic merit and leadership qualities for full-time undergraduate students, supporting a diverse and talented student body.
4. University of Hong Kong (HKU) – 17th Globally
HKU offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs across 10 faculties. The university follows a semester system with assessments through examinations and project assignments.
5. Tsinghua University, China – 20th Globally
Tsinghua University boasts 88 undergraduate majors and 40 minor degree majors across 10 disciplines, emphasizing a broad and comprehensive educational approach.
These universities maintain rigorous admission criteria, typically requiring strong academic backgrounds and, in some cases, specific tests such as GRE/GMAT or language proficiency exams.
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