UWI ranked among the world’s best universities for sixth year

For the sixth consecutive year, the University of the West Indies (UWI) has earned a position in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, announced in its 2025 edition last month.

UWI is listed among 2,092 of the world’s top universities, representing a select group from an estimated 32,000 institutions worldwide. UWI’s entry into THE rankings began in 2018 as a strategic effort to bolster the university’s international reputation and secure funding through increased student enrollment and research grants. Since then, the university has held its place among the top 5% of global institutions, highlighting its growing influence and commitment to the Caribbean region.

Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Hilary Beckles noted, “The UWI’s consistent presence in these rankings reflects our long-standing commitment to academic excellence and leadership. As the higher education landscape rapidly changes, driven by increased competition and reduced funding, universities must innovate to succeed.” He continued: “The UWI recognises these challenges and is taking proactive steps to enhance its standing regionally and globally. While we see rankings as a measure of our quality improvements, we also understand that positions can fluctuate yearly. In this dynamic environment, we remain committed to reviewing and adjusting our quality standards and processes to meet evolving ranking criteria.”