University of Nizwa

University of Nizwa

(UoN)

🇴🇲 Oman / Ad Dakhiliyah / Nizwá
Est. 2002

About

The University of Nizwa (UoN) was established in 2002 by the Decree of Sultan Qaboos as the first non-profit university in the Sultanate of Oman. It remains the only institution of its kind in Oman.

Ranking Overview

Ranking Snapshot

Ranked Top 401 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems

THE #401–500 (2026)
QS #761-770 (2026)

Ranked in 4 subject rankings

QS QS World University Rankings
# 761-770
740
2026
THE Times Higher Education World University Rankings
# 401–500
46.2
2026
ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities
Not Ranked
US News U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Not Ranked

Key Facts

Students
3,498
Student-Staff Ratio
8.9 : 1
Int'l Students
11%
Female : Male
77 : 23

Top Subjects

Best-performing areas
251–300
Clinical & Health
301–400
Engineering & Technology
401–500
Physical Sciences
=1,227

Subject Rankings

Detailed breakdown

THE

3 subjects
Subject
Rank
Score
Year
Clinical & Health 251–300 44.1 2026
Engineering & Technology 301–400 41.5 2026
Physical Sciences 401–500 40.1 2026

US News

1 subjects
Subject
Rank
Score
Year
Chemistry =1,227 - 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ranking of University of Nizwa?

University of Nizwa's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 761-770, THE Rank 401–500.

When was University of Nizwa founded?

University of Nizwa was founded in 2002.

What are the top subjects at University of Nizwa?

Top subjects at University of Nizwa include: Clinical & Health, Engineering & Technology, Physical Sciences, Chemistry.

Where is University of Nizwa located?

University of Nizwa is located in Nizwá, Oman.