University of Windsor named among TIME Magazine’s World’s Top Universities

Students walking into Dillon HallThe University of Windsor has been ranked amongst Time Magazine's top universities worldwide (FILE/University of Windsor)

TIME Magazine has listed the University of Windsor as among the World’s Top Universities for 2026. 

In this competitive global ranking, UWindsor was ranked number 22 in all of Canada and in the top eight in Ontario. 

Released Jan. 28, 2026, this year marked TIME's inaugural publication of its global rankings, which represent public and private institutions across 38 countries. 

Partnering with Statista R, a global statistics and market data platform, TIME's methodology emphasized academic performance and capacity, innovation and economic impact and global engagement. 

The University of Windsor’s success in student experience and teaching and learning in addition to research and global impact saw the institution among only 25 Canadian universities making the top 500 of over 2,500 institutions in consideration. 

Interim Provost and Vice-President Academic, Dr. Cheryl Collier, says that the University's placement is a testament to the institution’s commitment to student success. 

“UWindsor students benefit from exceptional teaching in supportive learning environments with opportunities to engage in impactful research and global experiences,” says Collier.

“We’re proud to see that work recognized in this way.”