MEDAN – USU PUBLIC RELATIONS: Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU) has once again achieved a positive result on the international stage. According to the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2027, USU ranked 256th in Asia, climbing 12 places from the previous year, when it was ranked 268th.

This achievement continues USU’s upward ranking trend over the past five years and reflects the university’s growing competitiveness amid the competition among higher education institutions across Asia.

According to QS ranking data, USU has consistently improved its position year after year. In 2023, USU was ranked 451st, before rising to 401st in 2024. The positive trend continued in 2025, when it reached 329th place, followed by 268th place in 2026, and eventually 256th place in 2027. Overall, USU has climbed 195 places over the five-year ranking period.

This improvement marks an important milestone in USU’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its position as an Indonesian higher education institution making continuous progress at the regional and international levels. The achievement also reflects the spirit of The Era of Ultimate Excellence, USU’s guiding vision in its efforts to advance institutional excellence and expand its global presence.

The ranking results provide momentum for USU to continue improving the quality of education, research, and innovation, while strengthening international collaboration and cooperation networks. By enhancing these areas, USU is expected to sustain its positive ranking trajectory and further increase its tangible contributions to the advancement of science and society.

Information on the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2027 is based on data published on the official www.topuniversities.com website.