About
Rush University is a private university in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Founded in 1972, it is the academic arm of Rush University Medical Center.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 401 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 20 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 2,902
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 2.6 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 2%
- Female : Male
- 76 : 24
- Staff
- 2,549
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Clinical Medicine | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Medical Technology | 201-300 | - | 2024 |
| Biological Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Public Health | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Education & Training | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Psychology | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
US News
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Neuroscience and Behavior | =72 | 52.4 | 2026 |
| Surgery | 122 | 52.4 | 2026 |
| Cardiac and Cardiovascular Systems | 183 | 52.4 | 2026 |
| Infectious Diseases | 219 | 52.4 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =221 | 52.4 | 2026 |
| Oncology | =339 | 52.4 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | =409 | 52.4 | 2026 |
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | 419 | 52.4 | 2026 |
QS
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 151-225 | - | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 401-450 | - | 2023 |
| Medicine | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
THE
1 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical & Health | 301–400 | 40.1 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Rush University?
Rush University's performance in the latest university rankings: THE Rank 401–500, ARWU Rank 601-700, US News Rank =500.
When was Rush University founded?
Rush University was founded in 1972.
What are the top subjects at Rush University?
Top subjects at Rush University include: Nursing, Neuroscience and Behavior, Surgery, Clinical Medicine, Cardiac and Cardiovascular Systems.
Where is Rush University located?
Rush University is located in Chicago, United States.