Luiss Rankings and Numbers
The University in numbers: academic structure, students, and facilities
The numbers provide a concise and immediate overview of our structure and the size of the University. Data on the organization, student community, and facilities reveals an integrated model that combines teaching, research, and ongoing dialogue with the business and institutional sectors.
Our educational offer is divided into the Undergraduate School, the Graduate School, and the Postgraduate School. We guarantee an integrated learning journey where teaching and practical application come together in a continuous dialogue with businesses, institutions, and international contexts.
Luiss's seven departments are the heart of academic research and innovation. From political science to management and artificial intelligence, our researchers in the Departments of Accounting and Corporate Finance, AI Data and Decision Sciences, Business and Management, Business and Economic Law, Law and Institutions, Economics and Financial Markets, and Political Science generate impactful knowledge, lead research projects, and publish in collaboration with the most prestigious global networks.
We welcome over 11.900 students from more than 150 different countries, nurturing their talent long after graduation through a global network of over 60.000 alumni.
Activities take place across 17 locations, including campuses, classrooms, research centers, and spaces dedicated to innovation, all housed in historic buildings and villas in the heart of Rome.
The spaces are designed to integrate teaching and research and support the development of skills in real-world applications.
Luiss university rankings: positioning in Italy and globally
We measure our competitiveness nationally and internationally through concrete results that demonstrate the excellence of our educational model.
We consistently rank among the world’s top universities in international rankings, which serve as a concise indicator of the University’s competitiveness. Luiss Guido Carli ranks among the top universities internationally, particularly excelling in the field of Politics & International Studies, where it consistently appears among the top 23 universities worldwide according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject. Globally, the University ranks among the top 100 universities for Business & Management and Marketing.
In Italy, we maintain our leading position as the top large non-state university (with over 10,000 students enrolled) in terms of scholarships, internationalization, communication, and digital services, as per the CENSIS 2025/2026 ranking. This recognition confirms our ongoing commitment to placing the needs of our student community at the heart of our ecosystem.
Our vision also looks to the future through sustainability: we are the 12th most sustainable university in the world according to the Green Metric World Ranking, where we lead the global ranking for our focus on issues such as climate change and energy management. We are transforming our campuses into models of green innovation, in line with our mission to create a positive and lasting impact on society.
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12th
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Among the top 1% globally
#23 globally
Global Top 100
18th place
Students and outcomes: academic path, employment, and the international dimension
Data on students, international mobility, and employment allow us to track the results of our academic program over time. With over 60,000 alumni and 368 partner universities in 75 countries, the Luiss experience unfolds within an international context and in close connection with the world of work.
Luiss is a global university with a network spanning 368 partner universities in 75 countries. Each year, over 4,000 of our students take part in international exchanges and dual degree programs. We offer over 68 programs that allow you to earn degrees from international partner universities, including Double and Triple Degrees, LLMs, and Structured Exchanges.
96% of our students continue their academic journey without interruption, with 92% earning their degrees on schedule. This is the result of an educational system that supports students' continued progress and advancement in their studies.
95% percent of our graduates find employment within a year, confirming the effectiveness of our training, which combines teaching with practical application. Our graduates hold leadership roles in global companies and international organizations, thanks to an educational model that prepares them to tackle the challenges of a constantly evolving professional world.
Luiss Research: centers, publications, and international collaborations
Research is a foundational component of our university and contributes to its standing in international academic contexts. Data on centers, competitive funding, and collaborations reveal the ability to develop research projects and produce scientific output.
Our work is carried out through 12 research centers that coordinate national and international projects. Among the results are 7 grants from the European Research Council (ERC), one of Europe's leading funding bodies for cutting-edge research.
Our research is conducted through 78 international partnerships and contributes to the production of top-tier scientific publications.
These collaborations involve universities and academic institutions, fostering dialogue with international research communities.
Luiss locations
Romania Avenue Campus
The Luiss Campus at Viale Romania 32 houses the Departments of Economics and Management, Economics and Finance and Political Science, as well as the Undergraduate School and the Graduate School.
Parenzo Avenue Campus
The Luiss Campus at Via Parenzo 11 houses the teaching activities of the Graduate School in Law, Global Law, Political Science and EPP. It is home to the Department of Law.
Pola Avenue Campus
The Luiss Campus at Viale Pola 12 is home to the offices of the President, the Rector, and the General Manager. It also hosts part of the teaching activities for the Law, Global Law, Political Science, and EPP courses, as well as those of the “Massimo Baldini” School of Journalism and the Postgraduate Schools.
Villa Emiliani Avenue Campus
The campus at 14 Viale di Villa Emiliani houses the administrative and academic operations of the School of Government and the Luiss School of European Political Economy.
Villa Blanc Avenue Campus
The Villa Blanc Campus, located at 216 Via Nomentana, houses the administrative and academic operations of Luiss Business School.