Created: 2026.06.29. 15:14
For the seventh consecutive time, Széchenyi István University has been included in the sustainability ranking of the Times Higher Education higher education evaluation organisation. The institution improved its results in several sub-areas and continues to be among the world’s best based on its performance related to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
One of the most prestigious higher education ranking organisations, Times Higher Education (THE), has published its 2026 Sustainability Impact Rankings, which assess universities’ social and environmental impact in relation to the achievement of the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The evaluation continues to focus on how higher education institutions contribute to addressing global challenges, in the areas of health, education, economic development, innovation or social responsibility.
Széchenyi István University has now appeared on the list for the seventh time, ranking in the 601–800 band. The institution participated in the assessment across eight areas linked to the Sustainable Development Goals, four of which – “Good Health and Well-being”, “Quality Education”, “Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure”, and “Decent Work and Economic Growth” – showed improvement compared to the previous year. It performed particularly well in the latter category, placing among the world’s top 400, and also achieved a top 300 position in the “Sustainable Cities and Communities” category.
“Sustainability is a defining principle of our University’s operation, present in our education, research, innovation, and social engagement alike. We are especially pleased that we have improved our results in several areas, as this confirms the dedicated work of our community. Our goal remains to equip our students with the knowledge and mindset that will help them address global challenges and contribute to building a sustainable future,” said Dr Eszter Lukács, Vice President for International Affairs and Strategic Relations at the University.
Széchenyi István University also appears in other THE rankings: in the World University Rankings it is placed in the 1501+ category; in the Young University Rankings, in the 501–600 band; and in the Interdisciplinary Science Rankings, in the 601–800 range. In addition, it is listed in subject rankings in the fields of business and economics, engineering, and computer science.
A student at Széchenyi István University can study at an institution that, according to THE’s global rankings, is among the world’s best in sustainability (Photo: Máté Dudás)
