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Westlake University
(WIAS)
About
Westlake University (西湖大学) is a private research university in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China. It was founded in October 2018.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 301 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 15 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
10 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence | 44 | 167.0 | 2025 |
| Materials Science | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Chemistry | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Computer Science | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
US News
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Molecular Biology and Genetics | 94 | 58.7 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 118 | 58.7 | 2026 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | =132 | 58.7 | 2026 |
| Condensed Matter Physics | 151 | 58.7 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | 167 | 58.7 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =314 | 58.7 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =573 | 58.7 | 2026 |
| Engineering | 956 | 58.7 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Westlake University?
Westlake University's performance in the latest university rankings: ARWU Rank 301-400, US News Rank =308.
When was Westlake University founded?
Westlake University was founded in 2018.
What are the top subjects at Westlake University?
Top subjects at Westlake University include: Artificial Intelligence, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Materials Science, Chemistry, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
Where is Westlake University located?
Westlake University is located in Hangzhou, China.