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Season Tier
Bronze
Div 2
League Points753 RP
Sweden▼ 0 vs last year

Karlstad University

QS Score
17
Global Rank
Academic & Employer Reputation
THE Score
17
Global Rank
Teaching & Research Quality
Employment
35.5%
Outcome
Graduate Employability Rate
Intl Ratio
38.2%
Diversity
International Students/Staff

Analysis:Karlstad University has demonstrated strong research output and global reputation, securing its position in the Bronze tier.

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News11/14/2025

Ellen Moons elected new Secretary General of the Academy - Kungl. Vetenskapsakademien

[Beta AI] General university news.

Impact: 0 RP
News10/9/2025

BHU, Karlstad University Renew MoU For Global Academic Partnership - BW Education

[Beta AI] A positive trend has been detected.

Impact: +2 RP
News10/8/2025

BHU, Karlstad University renew MoU to strengthen global academic cooperation - Indiatimes

[Beta AI] A positive trend has been detected.

Impact: +1 RP
News5/25/2025

Monday’s panel – academics at KAU: ”Not just sitting here doing research while the world happens outside” - Karlstads studenttidning

[Beta AI] A positive trend has been detected.

Impact: +1 RP

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Why Do Students Choose Karlstad University?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Karlstad University ranked in the world?

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Karlstad University holds a QS World Ranking score of 17/100 and a Times Higher Education (THE) score of 17/100. Its comprehensive tier on UniVS is Bronze, reflecting its global standing.

Is Karlstad University good for international students?

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With an international student ratio of 38.2%, Karlstad University offers a focused environment for students from abroad.

What is the acceptance rate or employability of Karlstad University?

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The employment rate for graduates is approximately 35.5%, indicating strong demand in the job market. Karlstad University is known for preparing students for competitive industries.

How does Karlstad University compare to other universities in Sweden?

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Karlstad University is a leading institution in Sweden. Use our Comparison Tool to see how it stacks up against local rivals in terms of research, teaching, and prestige.

Is Karlstad University worth the tuition?

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Considering its Bronze Tier status and 35.5% employability rate, Karlstad University generally offers a solid Return on Investment (ROI), especially for degrees in high-demand fields found in its department rankings.

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About This Data

The Reputation Points (RP) determine the dynamic season ranking, combining the Base Composite Score with Community Votes and Live Event Impacts.

The Base Score is calculated using our proprietary methodology that combines data from three major ranking systems: QS World University Rankings (academic & employer reputation, citations per faculty), Times Higher Education (THE) (teaching, research, citations, industry income, international outlook), and ARWU (alumni & staff Nobel Prizes, highly cited researchers, publications).

Tier assignments are based on the RP score using a gamified system inspired by competitive gaming. Rankings and scores are for informational and educational purposes only. Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most recent ranking publications. For official rankings, please visit the respective ranking organizations directly.