Rankings and statistics
Lincoln University might be one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s smaller universities, but our rankings and statistics show that we are leaders in our field.
Our world-leading research, sustainability focus and dedication to supporting our student whānau are all reflected in our global university rankings.
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Top 401-500 universities globally
{{ 'In the 2023 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, our global ranking position improved, jumping to 401-500.' | except-last-word }} {{ 'In the 2023 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, our global ranking position improved, jumping to 401-500.' | last-word }}
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Best ratio of students to staff
{{ 'We have an average of 13.3 students to one staff member, making it much easier to gain support while studying. ' | except-last-word }} {{ 'We have an average of 13.3 students to one staff member, making it much easier to gain support while studying. ' | last-word }}
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1st equal on balance of male/female ratio
{{ 'According to the 2023 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, we have an excellent gender balance amongst our student body. ' | except-last-word }} {{ 'According to the 2023 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, we have an excellent gender balance amongst our student body. ' | last-word }}
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Top 100 for agriculture, forestry
{{ 'Our specialist land-based agriculture and forestry expertise is particularly well regarded.' | except-last-word }} {{ 'Our specialist land-based agriculture and forestry expertise is particularly well regarded.' | last-word }}
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368th of 2462 participating institutions
{{ 'In the 2023 QS World University Rankings, Lincoln retains its global position in the top 26% of universities.' | except-last-word }} {{ 'In the 2023 QS World University Rankings, Lincoln retains its global position in the top 26% of universities.' | last-word }}
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Awarded QS Five Stars
{{ 'Our reputation, world-class facilities and internationally-renowned research and teaching have garnered accolades.' | except-last-word }} {{ 'Our reputation, world-class facilities and internationally-renowned research and teaching have garnered accolades.' | last-word }}
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Best in class
{{ 'We are ranked the 17th best small university in the world. ' | except-last-word }} {{ 'We are ranked the 17th best small university in the world. ' | last-word }}
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Higher completion rate
{{ 'Ninety-four percent of our students achieve successful course completion at levels 7-10.' | except-last-word }} {{ 'Ninety-four percent of our students achieve successful course completion at levels 7-10.' | last-word }}
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Impressive sustainability credentials
{{ 'We are rated 51st of 956 universities worldwide in the UI Green Metric World University Rankings.' | except-last-word }} {{ 'We are rated 51st of 956 universities worldwide in the UI Green Metric World University Rankings.' | last-word }}
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Hospitality and Leisure flying high
{{ 'We are ranked in the top 101-150 universities for Hospitality and Leisure in the 2022 QS Rankings' | except-last-word }} {{ 'We are ranked in the top 101-150 universities for Hospitality and Leisure in the 2022 QS Rankings' | last-word }}
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3rd oldest university in New Zealand
{{ 'Established in 1878, we offer an outstanding mix of tradition, experience and future focus. ' | except-last-word }} {{ 'Established in 1878, we offer an outstanding mix of tradition, experience and future focus. ' | last-word }}
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6% higher graduate employment rate
{{ 'Our practical learning focus and close ties with industry mean that our graduates are more likely to find employment.' | except-last-word }} {{ 'Our practical learning focus and close ties with industry mean that our graduates are more likely to find employment.' | last-word }}