Syracuse University Rankings 2026

Private research university Syracuse University is located in Syracuse, New York, in the United States. The university, which had Methodist Episcopal Church roots when it was founded in 1870, became nonsectarian in 1920. The Main Campus, sometimes known as "North Campus," is home to the majority of the academic and housing facilities. 

Students reside in university housing to a degree of about 70%. Students in their first and second years must reside on campus. Each of the 22 coeducational living halls has a lounge, laundry facilities, and other gathering and study areas. A card access system is used to secure dorms. Both the Main Campus and the South Campus, which can be reached by bus in five minutes, have residence halls. There are other housing choices with shared interests and learning groups. There are six residential eating facilities, two food courts, and numerous cafes. Two proscenium theatres are housed in the Syracuse Stage building, which is located on East Genesee Street just a few blocks from Main Campus. 

Syracuse University World Rankings

Subject-Wise Ranking

According to the subject ranking of THE, Syracuse University is ranked #401-500 in Arts and Humanities, and #501-600 in Clinical, Pre-Clinical and Health. The University is ranked #401-500 in Engineering and Technology. In Life Sciences, the University is ranked #801-1000. 

Employability Ranking

According to CWUR Employability Ranking 2022-23, Syracuse University is ranked #184.