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Harvard Tops 17 Subjects in 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject

发布时间：2026-03-26

The 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject has been officially released, covering 55 specific disciplines globally and evaluated based on five key indicators, including academic reputation and employer reputation. The rankings show that U.S. universities remain dominant, taking first place in 37 subjects, with Harvard University performing exceptionally well by securing the top spot in 17 subjects, followed closely by MIT. The University of Oxford maintains its leading position in the UK, while Australia demonstrates dominance in sports-related disciplines. Notably, universities in mainland China have made significant progress, with 15 subjects now ranked among the global top 10—more than double the number in 2021—showcasing strong academic competitiveness. For families planning study abroad, these rankings provide valuable reference for school selection, but CheersYou（清柚教育） reminds parents and students that rankings should only be used as a cross-verification tool, not the sole basis for applications. When formulating school selection strategies, it is recommended to consider one's own academic background, career goals, and personalized needs comprehensively, and to view data fluctuations rationally. Through multi-dimensional evaluation and planning, one can find the most suitable institutions and programs, thereby maximizing the benefits of studying abroad.

QS has just released the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

The QS World University Rankings by Subject, compiled by the global higher education analytics firm QS Quacquarelli Symonds, this year compares over 21,000 university programs from more than 1,900 institutions across 100 regions.

The QS Subject Rankings are published annually to help prospective students identify top schools in their fields of interest. Let's dive into this year's latest rankings!

2026 QS Subject Ranking Indicators

The QS World University Rankings by Subject evaluates the world's top universities across 55 specific disciplines.

The 2026 QS Subject Rankings are determined by five indicators:

Academic Reputation
Employer Reputation
Citations per Paper
H-index
International Research Network

Highlights of the 2026 QS Subject Rankings

The United States claims the top spot in 37 of the 55 subjects, and occupies 88 of the top three positions. Harvard University delivered the strongest performance, capturing first place in 17 subjects this year—an unshakable position. MIT leads in 12 subjects.

The United Kingdom's higher education sector remains vibrant, with UK universities topping 15 subjects. Traditional powerhouse Oxford remains the UK's best, achieving first place in five subjects.

Australia dominates in sports-related subjects, with the University of Queensland ranked second and the University of Sydney third.

Mainland China sees 15 of its subjects break into the global top 10 this year, more than doubling from 7 in 2021.

2026 QS Top 10 by Subject (Selected)

Engineering & Technology

Life Sciences & Medicine

Social Sciences & Management

Arts & Humanities

Natural Sciences

For the complete 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject, visit:

https://www.topuniversities.com/subject-rankings

When planning your future studies, this QS World University Rankings by Subject can serve as a cross-reference to help you select programs in your field of interest, maximizing the return on your overseas education.

Rankings are for reference only and should not be the sole basis for university applications.

When choosing target universities, students should view various rankings rationally and integrate their own background and various needs to make a more reasonable and personalized choice.

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