Region University Rankings 2027; University President: We Continue to Enhance Our Regional and International Competitiveness
Notable Progress in Scientific Citations, International Research Networks, and Graduates’ Reputation Among Employers
In a new achievement reflecting Port Said University’s growing academic and research presence across the Arab region, the University recorded significant progress in several qualitative indicators in the QS Arab Region University Rankings 2027. These results reaffirm its ability to enhance its academic competitiveness, expand its international research partnerships, and strengthen its standing among employers, within the framework of the University’s strategy to improve the quality of education and scientific research and reinforce its presence in international rankings.
Professor Sherif Youssef Saleh, President of Port Said University, affirmed that the University achieved distinguished results in the QS Arab Region University Rankings 2027, reflecting the growing impact of its research, the expansion of its international scientific collaboration, and its improved reputation among employers.
The University ranked 25th nationally among 44 Egyptian universities in the 2027 edition, while it appeared 28th among Egyptian universities according to the display order of the 2026 list, which included 42 Egyptian universities. At the Arab regional level, the University was placed in the 161–170 band among 322 universities, compared with the same band among 296 universities in the 2026 edition, maintaining its regional presence amid expanding competition and an increasing number of ranked universities.
The University achieved a research milestone by placing among the top 100 Arab universities in two indicators: it ranked 53rd in Citations per Paper, advancing 28 places, and 75th in International Research Network, advancing six places. It also advanced 14 places in Employer Reputation, reaching 134th regionally compared with the 2026 edition.
The University President noted that these results support the University’s efforts to enhance the quality of scientific research, develop international partnerships, and align educational outcomes with labour market needs. He reaffirmed the University’s commitment to continuing the development of its academic and research performance and strengthening its competitiveness.
The University President commended the efforts of the International Ranking Office, faculty members, researchers, and all those involved in preparing the University’s submission, recognising their role in supporting this progress and highlighting Port Said University’s achievements.
