A Complete List of the Top 10 Best Universities in the World
A complete list of the top universities in the world is very important to help prospective students
find the best place to continue their study. There are a lot of prominent and
respected universities out there, but now we will only discuss the world’s top
10 universities in 2015-2016 which could be your reference in choosing the
right place to have an education.
1. California Institute of Technology
This institution has been accredited by the Western
Association of Schools and Colleges since 1949. Caltech has six academic
divisions with a strong emphasis on Science and Engineering. The Institute also
helps in the management of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) for NASA and
operates global networks for astronomical research.
2. University of Oxford
According to the Times Higher Education, a world university ranking, this university ranks second
this year replacing Harvard University who slipped down to 6th place. This
university emphasizes the research world and cooperation with international
companies. This cause the graduates are in great demand by international
business people.
3. Stanford University
This university is particularly well-known in the
fields of engineering. A very interesting fact about Stanford is its academic
balance. Almost all departments of Stanford University is on the list of best
universities in America and the world, whether it is engineering, social
sciences, psychology, mathematics, science, law, history, or economics.
4. University of Cambridge
This university has 17,000 students in which 3,000 of
them are international students. In order to be one of this university’s
students, you have to go through several strict steps and you have to be good
in both academic and personality.
5. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Located in the city of Cambridge, this university has
32 departments devoted to the field of science and technology. Since 1899, MIT
always develops their review according to the development trends and
technologies. This is because the review of the MIT considered being very
influential for the development of future technology innovations.
6. Harvard University
The existence of this university is well respected.
They have a history, influence, quality and richness that make it as one of the
most prestigious universities in the world. Harvard has the best medical
school, law, and business with the alumni networks spread all over the world.
7. Princeton University
Located in New Jersey, this university has so many
best majors such as architecture, engineering, and international and public
affairs. You need to spend about USD 43,450 in order to be able to get into
this university.
8. Imperial College London
Located in London, England, this college is devoting
itself to science, engineering, medicine, and business. It is a major center
for biomedical research by doing research on the biological health. To be able
to get an education in this place you have to spend GBP 9,000.
9. ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich
ETH Zurich is a university of engineering, technology,
science, and mathematics. This institution was built by the Swiss federal
government in 1854 and has a mission to educate engineers and scientists as
well as to be the center of science and technology. You need to spend CHF 580
per semester in order to be able to get an education at this university.
10. University of Chicago
Despite the fairly young age – founded in 1890 – this
university has been a pioneer of the most important scientific achievements in
the world such as controlling the nuclear reaction invented by Enrico Fermi in
1942. The University of Chicago is not only an expert in making invention or
discovery, their economics, social and humanities departments are also well
known.
Additionally, if you are interested in continuing your
education in one of the top universities in the
world above, working hard is the key to your success.
