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About
Linnaeus University (LNU) (Swedish: Linnéuniversitetet) is a state university in the historical province (landskap) of Småland, Sweden, with campuses located in the cities of Växjö and Kalmar. Linnaeus University was established in 2010 by a merger of former Växjö University and Kalmar University (Högskolan i Kalmar), and is named in honour of the Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 901 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 5 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 24,355
- Staff
- 2,000
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitality & Tourism Management | 31 | 124.0 | 2025 |
| Nursing | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Education & Training | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Psychology | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
US News
1 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =393 | 34.7 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Linnaeus University?
Linnaeus University's performance in the latest university rankings: ARWU Rank 901-1000, US News Rank =1,346.
When was Linnaeus University founded?
Linnaeus University was founded in 2010.
What are the top subjects at Linnaeus University?
Top subjects at Linnaeus University include: Hospitality & Tourism Management, Nursing, Education & Training, Social Sciences and Public Health, Psychology.
Where is Linnaeus University located?
Linnaeus University is located in Vaxjo, Sweden.