🔎 Zoom In: The Best Non-U.S. Universities in 2025, Ranked

Key Takeaways

• Outside of the U.S., the UK has the next most top-100 universities (12) in the world, led by Oxford and Cambridge.
• Germany is second with eight schools, and China is third at seven.
• As a region, Europe accounts for 36 of the top-100 non-American universities.

Students Are Looking Beyond America

Postgraduate interest in studying in America dropped 42% YoY in January 2025, according to a report by University World News (link in source).

At the same time American student’s interest in studying abroad—particularly in Europe—has never been higher.

Growing student visa rejection rates amidst changing U.S. immigration policy, along with dozens of executive orders targeting education, are all impacting sentiments.