Yozgat Bozok University Surpasses Global Averages in Five Key Areas in the 2026 THE Impact Rankings

The results of the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, which evaluate universities’ performance against the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), have been announced. THE is one of the world’s most respected higher education ranking organizations.

In the overall ranking, which evaluated 1,603 universities worldwide, Yozgat Bozok University rose to the 801–1000 band, achieving significant success. Our university also ranked in all 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Among the 74 universities from Türkiye included in the ranking, Yozgat Bozok University placed 41st. According to a detailed analysis of institutional data, the university improved its ranking in 5 of the 17 SDGs compared to previous years and exceeded the global average scores in these areas, demonstrating a noteworthy international performance.

Major Leap in Quality Education: Ranked in the Top 300 Worldwide

The university’s strongest performance was in SDG 4: Quality Education. Previously ranked in the 1001–1500 band, Yozgat Bozok University rose to the 201–300 band in 2026 among 1,335 institutions worldwide. Among the 68 universities from Türkiye included in this category, it ranked 13th. The university stood out with its strong performance in indicators such as support for first-generation university students, teacher education outcomes, and lifelong learning activities.

Eighth Place in Türkiye for Zero Hunger

In SDG 2: Zero Hunger, which is directly related to agriculture, food security, and sustainability, the university improved from the 401–600 band to the 201–300 band. It ranked 8th among 49 universities from Türkiye evaluated in this category, achieving its highest national ranking in this field. This success is based on practices aimed at reducing food waste on campus, providing nutritional support to students, and training qualified human resources in agriculture.

Above Global Median in Reduced Inequalities, Health, and Climate Action

Other key areas in which the university improved its ranking band and exceeded global median scores include:

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
Previously ranked in the 601–800 band, the university rose to the 301–400 band among 932 institutions worldwide. It ranked 30th among 67 universities from Türkiye in this category. This area includes indicators such as student diversity from developing countries, support mechanisms for disadvantaged groups, and anti-discrimination practices.

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being
Previously in the 801–1000 band, the university advanced to the 401–600 band among 1,254 institutions worldwide. In this category, which evaluates the number of graduates in medical and health sciences, healthcare services provided to society, and institutional collaborations, Yozgat Bozok University ranked 21st among 71 universities from Türkiye.

SDG 13: Climate Action
Previously ranked in the 801+ band, the university rose to the 401–600 band among 826 institutions worldwide. In this category, which evaluates scientific research on climate change, environmental sustainability practices, and educational activities, the university ranked 22nd among 54 universities from Türkiye.

Our Contribution to Sustainability Recognized Internationally

The results of the 2026 THE Impact Rankings demonstrate that Yozgat Bozok University’s activities in education, research, social contribution, and institutional governance are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Exceeding global median scores in five SDGs and achieving higher rankings in many categories indicate that the university’s sustainability efforts are gaining recognition both nationally and internationally. In his statement, Rector Prof. Dr. Evren Yaşar emphasized that the results of the 2026 THE Impact Rankings confirm the international recognition of the university’s work aligned with sustainable development goals.

Stating that the university has achieved rankings across all 17 SDGs, the Rector noted that the improvements, particularly in Quality Education, Zero Hunger, Reduced Inequalities, Good Health and Well-Being, and Climate Action, are especially gratifying. Rector Prof. Dr. Evren Yaşar also underlined that the university will continue its sustainability-focused efforts in education, research, social contribution, and institutional governance with determination.