The University of Windsor has been awarded Canada's fastest-rising university over the past five years by Quacquarelli Symonds. (Photo by UWindsor)
WINDSOR, Ont. — The University of Windsor has been awarded the prestigious “Most Improved – Canada” accolade by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) in recognition of its significant rise in the QS World University Rankings. This award acknowledges institutions that have shown the greatest improvement over a five-year period.
UWindsor’s ranking soared to 547 in the 2025 QS World University Rankings, marking a substantial improvement of approximately 100 spots from 2024 and more than 200 spots since 2021. This accomplishment places Windsor among the top tier of the more than 5,600 universities evaluated worldwide and the 1,503 universities ranked.
"Our remarkable progress in such a short period is a testament to the dedication and excellence of our faculty and staff," said UWindsor President Robert Gordon. "This recognition by Quacquarelli Symonds underscores our commitment to enhancing our academic and research prowess, while also elevating our impact on Canada’s higher education sector and the broader community.”
The award was announced on June 4 at the QS EduData Summit in Washington D.C., where global educational leaders gathered to celebrate outstanding achievements in higher education.