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About
Tanta University is an Egyptian university in the city of Tanta, Gharbia, Egypt. The university is under the direct scientific supervision of the Ministry of Higher Education. Founded in 1962 as a branch from the University of Alexandria.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 493 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 30 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
- 128,933
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 20.0 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 1%
- Female : Male
- 54 : 46
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
12 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy and Fuels | 68 | 52.7 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | 166 | 52.7 | 2026 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | =199 | 52.7 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =245 | 52.7 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =299 | 52.7 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | 399 | 52.7 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =419 | 52.7 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =462 | 52.7 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =546 | 52.7 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =683 | 52.7 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =795 | 52.7 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =956 | 52.7 | 2026 |
QS
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineering | 101-150 | - | 2023 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 351-400 | - | 2025 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 401-450 | - | 2024 |
| Medicine | 601-650 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 601-700 | - | 2026 |
ARWU
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Dentistry | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Civil Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Chemical Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Food Science & Technology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Biotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
THE
7 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & Technology | 501–600 | 36.5 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 601–800 | 29.3 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 601–800 | 32.8 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 801–1000 | 22.9 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 801–1000 | 21.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 801–1000 | 21.2 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Tanta University?
Tanta University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1401+, THE Rank 1001–1200, ARWU Rank 901-1000, US News Rank =493.
When was Tanta University founded?
Tanta University was founded in 1972.
What are the top subjects at Tanta University?
Top subjects at Tanta University include: Energy and Fuels, Petroleum Engineering, Plant and Animal Science, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Mechanical Engineering.
Where is Tanta University located?
Tanta University is located in Tanta, Egypt.