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Reykjavík University
(RU)
About
Reykjavík University is the largest private university in Iceland with approximately 3,300 students. It is chartered by the Chamber of Commerce, the Federation of Icelandic Industries, and the Confederation of Icelandic Employers.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 801 worldwide in 1 ranking system
Ranked in 7 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
- 2,851
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 21.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 6%
- Female : Male
- 45 : 55
- Staff
- 220
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
THE
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Telecommunication Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
THE
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Business & Economics | 401–500 | 36.4 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 601+ | 15.4 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 801–1000 | 27.1 | 2026 |
US News
1 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | =1,317 | - | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Reykjavík University?
Reykjavík University's performance in the latest university rankings: THE Rank 801–1000.
When was Reykjavík University founded?
Reykjavík University was founded in 1998.
What are the top subjects at Reykjavík University?
Top subjects at Reykjavík University include: Telecommunication Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Business & Economics, Psychology, Computer Science.
Where is Reykjavík University located?
Reykjavík University is located in Reykjavik, Iceland.