Sofia University

Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” is the oldest and most prestigious university in Bulgaria, founded in 1888 and located in Sofia. It is a public research university with over 21,000 students and 16 faculties, offering programs across arts, sciences, engineering, law, and business.

The university has played a central role in Bulgaria’s academic and cultural development and is widely regarded as the country’s leading institution for higher education and research.

🌍 Global Rankings (Latest 2026)

• QS World University Rankings 2026: #731–740 globally
• Times Higher Education (THE) 2026: 1501+ globally
• EduRank 2026:
  • #839 in the world
  • #344 in Europe
  • #1 in Bulgaria

👉 It consistently ranks among the top universities in Eastern Europe and is the highest-ranked university in Bulgaria.

📊 Subject Rankings (THE 2026)

• Arts & Humanities: 601–800
• Engineering: 1251+
• Computer Science: 1001+
• Social Sciences: 1001+