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
Ranked Top 401 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 4 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 3,498
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 8.9 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 11%
- Female : Male
- 77 : 23
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownTHE
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 |
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.