About
Atatürk University is a public land-grant research university established in 1957 in Erzurum, Turkey, in collaboration with the University of Nebraska. The university comprises 23 faculties, 18 colleges, 8 institutes, and 30 research centers. The university's main campus is located in Erzurum, one of the largest cities in Eastern Anatolia, and is considered one of the city's most prominent assets....
Atatürk University is a public land-grant research university established in 1957 in Erzurum, Turkey, in collaboration with the University of Nebraska. The university comprises 23 faculties, 18 colleges, 8 institutes, and 30 research centers. The university's main campus is located in Erzurum, one of the largest cities in Eastern Anatolia, and is considered one of the city's most prominent assets. Since its founding, the university has been a center of educational and cultural development for the eastern region of Turkey.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 801 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 25 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 33,912
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 24.7 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 10%
- Female : Male
- 50 : 50
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
11 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Science and Technology | 123 | 39.4 | 2026 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 192 | 39.4 | 2026 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | 231 | 39.4 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =346 | 39.4 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =566 | 39.4 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =580 | 39.4 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =608 | 39.4 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =693 | 39.4 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =739 | 39.4 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =956 | 39.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,021 | 39.4 | 2026 |
ARWU
7 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Dentistry | 201-300 | - | 2022 |
| Nursing | 201-300 | - | 2018 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2018 |
| Education & Training | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
QS
1 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & Forestry | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
THE
7 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Sciences | 501–600 | 35.5 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 501–600 | 37.4 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 501–600 | 29.0 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 601–800 | 31.6 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 601–800 | 28.2 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 601–800 | 26.6 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 601–800 | 16.8 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Atatürk University?
Atatürk University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1201-1400, THE Rank 801–1000, ARWU Rank 901-1000, US News Rank =1,079.
When was Atatürk University founded?
Atatürk University was founded in 1957.
What are the top subjects at Atatürk University?
Top subjects at Atatürk University include: Food Science and Technology, Agricultural Sciences, Food Science & Technology, Agricultural Sciences, Dentistry.
Where is Atatürk University located?
Atatürk University is located in Erzurum, Turkey.