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UiT The Arctic University of Norway
(UiT)
About
The University of Tromsø – The Arctic University of Norway is a state university in Norway and the world's northernmost university. Located in the city of Tromsø, Norway, it was established by an act of parliament in 1968 as Norway's fourth university, and opened in 1972 as University of Tromsø. As of 2024, it is the largest research and educational institution in Northern Norway and the fifth-lar...
The University of Tromsø – The Arctic University of Norway is a state university in Norway and the world's northernmost university. Located in the city of Tromsø, Norway, it was established by an act of parliament in 1968 as Norway's fourth university, and opened in 1972 as University of Tromsø. As of 2024, it is the largest research and educational institution in Northern Norway and the fifth-largest university in Norway. The university's location makes it a natural venue for the development of studies of the region's natural environment, culture, and society.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 501 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 47 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
- 15,308
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 10.6 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 10%
- Female : Male
- 62 : 38
- Staff
- 3,776
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
22 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanography | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Hospitality & Tourism Management | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Geography | 201-300 | - | 2022 |
| Ecology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Veterinary Science | 201-300 | - | 2024 |
| Dentistry | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Nursing | 201-300 | - | 2023 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 201-300 | - | 2024 |
| Biological Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Clinical Medicine | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Public Health | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Medical Technology | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Education & Training | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2019 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
| Psychology | 401-500 | - | 2021 |
QS
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Linguistics | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Archaeology | 201-260 | - | 2026 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 201-275 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 351-400 | - | 2021 |
| Arts & Humanities | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 651-700 | - | 2025 |
| Medicine | 651-700 | - | 2026 |
US News
13 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | =158 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =245 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =310 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | =359 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Oncology | =382 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =404 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | =409 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Neuroscience and Behavior | 482 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =576 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =597 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =695 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,163 | 50.0 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =1,180 | 50.0 | 2026 |
THE
11 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts & Humanities | 251–300 | 35.4 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 251–300 | 34.7 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 401–500 | 38.8 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 401–500 | 34.6 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 401–500 | 32.7 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 401–500 | 33.6 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 501–600 | 33.9 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 501–600 | 33.9 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 601–800 | 30.0 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 601–800 | 32.8 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 801–1000 | 27.1 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of UiT The Arctic University of Norway?
UiT The Arctic University of Norway's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =629, THE Rank 601–800, ARWU Rank 501-600, US News Rank =578.
When was UiT The Arctic University of Norway founded?
UiT The Arctic University of Norway was founded in 1968.
What are the top subjects at UiT The Arctic University of Norway?
Top subjects at UiT The Arctic University of Norway include: Oceanography, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Linguistics, Earth & Marine Sciences, Public, Environmental and Occupational Health.
Where is UiT The Arctic University of Norway located?
UiT The Arctic University of Norway is located in Tromsø, Norway.