UW Oceanography ranks No. 1 in Global Ranking of Academic Subjects

University of Washington's School of Oceanography ranks No. 1 globally out of 4,000 universities and 52 subjects analyzed. — University of Washington’s School of Oceanography ranks No. 1 globally out of 4,000 universities and 52 subjects analyzed.

The University of Washington’s School of Oceanography is ranked No. 1 in the world on the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects list for 2018. The ranking, released this week, was conducted by researchers at the Center for World-Class Universities of Shanghai Jiao Tong University.

The group ranked more than 4,000 universities around the world in 52 subjects across natural sciences, engineering, life sciences, medical sciences and social sciences. Other subjects at UW’s College of the Environment included in the ranking are atmospheric sciences (No. 7) and Earth sciences (No. 13). Ecology, which has programs across the University — including UW Environment, came in at No. 29.

“It’s an honor to be recognized for the excellence of our talented scholars and faculty across so many fields of expertise. Teaching, learning and discovery are at the heart of our mission and this ranking reflects the profound impact that our University is having on these vital fields of study,” said President Ana Mari Cauce.