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The Julius Maximilian University of Würzburg is a public research university in Würzburg, Germany. Founded in 1402, it is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in Germany. The university initially had a brief run and was closed in 1415. It was reopened in 1582 on the initiative of Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn. Today, the university is named for Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn and Maximi...
The Julius Maximilian University of Würzburg is a public research university in Würzburg, Germany. Founded in 1402, it is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in Germany. The university initially had a brief run and was closed in 1415. It was reopened in 1582 on the initiative of Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn. Today, the university is named for Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn and Maximilian Joseph.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 200 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 54 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 20,904
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 33.6 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 11%
- Female : Male
- 60 : 40
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
23 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 42 | 159.1 | 2025 |
| Medical Technology | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Ecology | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Clinical Medicine | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Chemistry | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Dentistry | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Psychology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Computer Science | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Biotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Mathematics | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Materials Science | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Public Health | 401-500 | - | 2021 |
| Education & Training | 401-500 | - | 2021 |
| Management | 401-500 | - | 2018 |
US News
25 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology and Biochemistry | =46 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Ecology | 84 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Cardiac and Cardiovascular Systems | =85 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Medical Imaging | 104 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =114 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Oncology | =126 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Cell Biology | =131 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Immunology | =139 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Endocrinology and Metabolism | 147 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Molecular Biology and Genetics | =150 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Microbiology | 180 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Condensed Matter Physics | 193 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Neuroscience and Behavior | =214 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Space Science | =224 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =234 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =253 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | 339 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | 344 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | =374 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =391 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =435 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =454 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =471 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =480 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =617 | 62.9 | 2026 |
THE
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Sciences | 101–125 | 59.1 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 126–150 | 53.9 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 151–175 | 52.0 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 151–175 | 49.7 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 201–250 | 37.8 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 251–300 | 47.7 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 301–400 | 37.8 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 301–400 | 36.3 | 2026 |
QS
12 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | =181 | 65.4 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | =243 | 66.3 | 2026 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Psychology | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | =341 | 65.7 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 351-400 | - | 2020 |
| Materials Science | 401-550 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 751-850 | - | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Würzburg?
University of Würzburg's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 430, THE Rank 179, ARWU Rank 201-300, US News Rank =221.
When was University of Würzburg founded?
University of Würzburg was founded in 1402.
What are the top subjects at University of Würzburg?
Top subjects at University of Würzburg include: Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Biology and Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Biological Sciences, Ecology.
Where is University of Würzburg located?
University of Würzburg is located in Würzburg, Germany.