History
The university traces its roots to the 1640s when colonial clergymen led an effort to establish a local college to preserve the tradition of European liberal education in the New World.
Education
All undergraduates attend Yale College, an intimate learning environment offering instruction in the liberal arts and sciences.
Research
Discover Yale’s academic and research centers and initiatives concentrating specifically on international topics including area studies, languages, law, science, arts and humanities and more.
Career
The Yale Office of Career Strategy offers career advising, professional school advising, employment and internship opportunities, and career development resources. This office works with Yale students and alumni of Yale College, Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and postdoctoral scholars to clarify career aspirations, identify employment and educational opportunities, and offer advising and support at every stage of career development.
Yale University Key Statistics & Highlights
- #8 Ranking
- 2,257 Academic Staff
- 13,317 Students
- 2,797 Students (int'l)
- 6,792 Students (female)
Yale University Overview
Yale University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 0.5% United States
Top 0.2% Worldwide
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
Best Global Universities Rankings
8
By U.S. News & World Report
Climbed 1 places compared to 2026
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 9 | 8 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
16
By TopUniversities
Climbed 5 places compared to 2026
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 23 | 21 | 16 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
World University Rankings
No 2027 Ranking
By Times Higher Education
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2027 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 10 | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Academic Ranking of World Universities
No 2026 Ranking
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | 11 | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Student services
The International Center (IC) is home to the Office of International Students & Scholars at Yale (OISS) and a center for campus life. We hope you will visit often to take advantage of our many programs and resources.
Housing services
The Yale Housing office is responsible for providing graduate housing options on and around the Yale campus. Our office manages a limited number of on-campus, Yale owned and operated dormitories and apartments, for Graduate and Professional Students only.
Library services
Search the international collections of the Yale University Library, one of the world’s leading research libraries which includes around 12.8 million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases.
ICT services
The Yale NetID which is provided to most Yale students and scholars by their school or department, allows access to the campus network and many University systems. Information Technology Services (ITS) at Yale can answer questions relating to NetIDs or Yale network connectivity.
Campus life
Yale University is situated 90 minutes from New York in the city of New Haven, Connecticut.
Sports facilities
Yale Athletics Facilities
- The Course at Yale and Maltby Lakes Recreational Area (cross country)
- Coxe Cage (indoor track and field)
- Cullman-Heyman Tennis Center (tennis)
- Cuyler Field/Dwyer Track (outdoor track and field)
- DeWitt Family Field (softball)
- Frank Field (junior varsity football)
- Gales Ferry (crew)
- Gilder Boathouse (crew)
- Golf Course (golf)
- Ingalls Rink (hockey)
- Johnson Field (field hockey)
- McNay Family Sailing Center (sailing)
- Outdoor Education Center
- Payne Whitney Gym
Student clubs
Yale students are active and engaged in hundreds of student groups and activities. There are many international or national organizations, as well as a multitude of organizations organized around a cause, an interest or a special interest.
Accreditation
Every ten years Yale undertakes a comprehensive and wide–ranging self–study as part of our reaccreditation by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (CIHE).
Yale University Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
United States Country
New Haven City
Yale University Student Reviews & Awards
4.3
Based on 55 reviews
- 5 Star 25 Reviews
- 4 Star 23 Reviews
- 3 Star 6 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 1 Review
How Students Rated This University
- Overall Satisfaction 4.2
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.3
- Career Development 4.1
valuing students
Yale University is a fantastic university. It's evident that the university values student success because of the instructors' genuinely inspiring enthusiasm for mentoring and teaching. It must be a fantastic place to learn and develop because of the encouraging community and cooperative environment. The atmosphere at Yale University is similar, with committed faculty and a strong sense of student community. The administration and faculty at the university are incredibly friendly and genuinely want to help their students succeed in their chosen fields. Every student supports one another on their individual journeys and is very focused on their objectives.
keeping learning interesting
As a student at Yale University, right here right now, I can say with confidence that the instructors here are excellent. Every instructor brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to the classroom, which makes learning engaging and practical. They are mentors who genuinely care about their students' success, not just lecturers. To make sure that ideas are fully understood and applied, professors regularly employ multimedia, group projects, and practical exercises. In addition to making lessons more interesting, this approach gets us ready for problems that arise in the real world.
consistent quality all day long
So far, I'm having a great time at Yale. I'm currently living on campus and in my second year. For me, the residential college experience has been very positive. I appreciate the ambiance of the colleges and the delightful cuisine that is provided. Furthermore, a sizable student body is consistently present during late hours, which gives me a sense of security when I'm out and about. Regarding my instructors, they have all been friendly and fair in how they administer tests and assign grades. The people here are generally friendly.
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Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025
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