Cover Singapore and Hong Kong each have two universities in the top 10 of the 2025 THE World University Rankings (Photo: National University of Singapore)
Singapore and Hong Kong each have two universities in the top 10 of the 2025 THE World University Rankings (Photo: National University of Singapore)
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Discover the top 10 best universities in Asia in 2025, as ranked by Times Higher Education. From China and Singapore to Hong Kong and Japan, explore standout institutions and their notable alumni.
Times Higher Education (THE), the UK-based institution known for its global university rankings, has released the results of its Asia University Rankings 2025. This year’s rankings showcase the academic powerhouses of the region, with five Chinese universities securing spots in the top 10, including the top two positions. Singapore and Hong Kong each have two universities in the top 10, while Japan claims one.
THE uses a composite scoring system based on five indicators:
- Research Quality (30%) – Citation impact, excellence, and influence of research
- Research Environment (28%) – Reputation, income, and volume of research
- Teaching (24.5%) – Reputation, student-faculty ratios, PhD output, and resources
- Industry Income (10%) – Partnerships and patents
- International Outlook (7.5%) – Global collaboration, foreign faculty and students
Above University ranking indicators in all 5 areas
University ranking indicators in all 5 areas
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The 2025 list evaluated 853 universities across 35 Asian countries, marking a record level of participation and competition. Here are the top 10 universities in Asia this year:
DATE . May/9/2025