The University of Lisbon is among the top 400 universities in the world in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), known as the Shanghai Ranking. This result strengthens ULisboa’s position on the international stage and recognises the quality of the research carried out at the University.
ULisboa among the world’s best universities in the Shanghai Ranking
Lídia Belourico
Academy•20 August, 2026
In this performance, Ciências ULisboa plays a leading role, contributing to ULisboa’s scientific excellence in areas such as Natural Sciences, Physics, Earth Sciences and Ecology. This recognition comes in a year in which the University of Lisbon has strengthened its presence in international rankings, reflecting the institution’s quality, impact and international reach.
More than a position in a ranking, the result reflects the effort of researchers, lecturers, students and technical teams who, every day, contribute to work of excellence with national and international impact.