Spain places 30 universities on the Shanghai Ranking 2026, six fewer than last year

In the Shanghai Ranking 2026, Spain includes 30 universities, representing a decrease of six compared to the previous year. The ranking is internationally recognized and assesses educational institutions based on their academic performance and other metrics.

Among the universities that have fallen off the list are the University of Cantabria, the University of the Balearic Islands, the University of Jaén, the University of Lleida, Carlos III University of Madrid, the University of Cádiz, the University of Córdoba, and the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Harvard maintains its position as the best university in the world, while Chinese universities have increased their representation in the ranking.