Global Rankings

As the leading French university in humanities and social sciences, Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne stands out for its academic excellence and international outreach. It ranks among the top institutions in global higher education and research rankings, including those published by QS and Times Higher Education (THE).

These rankings are based on various criteria such as academic reputation, research impact and international engagement. They serve as indicators of the overall performance of institutions and confirm Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne’s position among the world's most influential universities.

This page presents the latest results of the university in the QS and THE rankings, highlighting its disciplinary strengths and its commitment to delivering high-level education and research.

QS Rankings

QS World University Rankings 2026

 

#257

(#6 in France)

QS World University Rankings Europe 2025

 

#103=

(#5 in France)

QS Sustainability Rankings 2026

 

#233

(#5 in France)

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025

Arts & Humanities: #15 (#1 in France)

  • Archaeology: #15 (#1 in France)
  • History:  #19 (#1 in France)
  • Classics and Ancient History: #22= (#1 in France)
  • Philosophy: #32 (#1 in France)
  • Art History: #21-50 (#1 in France)
  • Modern Languages: #50=
  • Performing Arts: #101-150
  • Architecture and Built Environment: #151-200 (#1 in France)
  • Art and design: #151-200

Sciences sociales & Management: #53

  • Law and Legal Studies: #20 (#1 in France)
  • Development Studies: #25 (#1 in France)
  • Hospitality and Leaisure Management: #44
  • Anthropology: #46 (#1 in France)
  • Economics and Econometrics: #60
  • Politics: #66=
  • Business and Management Studies: #145
  • Sociology: #79
  • Accounting and Finance: #93=
  • Communication and Media Studies: #101-150 (#1 in France)
  • Social Policy and Administration: #101-150

Natural Sciences

  • Geography: #34= (#1 in France)
  • Mathematics: #351-400
  • Environmental Sciences: #401-500

Engineering and Technology

  • Computer Science and Information Systems: #301-350

THE Rankings

THE World University Rankings 2026

  • World: #801-1000
  • France: #22=

THE World Reputation Rankings 2025

  • World: #201-300
  • France: #7=

THE World University Rankings by Subject 2025

  • Arts and Humanities: #47
  • Law: #61= (#1 in France)
  • Business and Economics: #201-250
  • Social Sciences: #251-300
  • Physical Sciences: #1001+