Amman Arab University (AAU) Tops Private Universities, Ranks Sixth Nationally in 2025 UniRank Classification
In a qualitative step reflecting academic and digital preeminence, Amman Arab University secured first place among private universities in Jordan and sixth place among all local universities, while also ranking 32nd among Arab universities in the 2025 UniRank global classification. This ranking stands as one of the foremost international indicators specializing in measuring universities' digital presence, relying on analyzing the popularity and effectiveness of academic institutions' official websites alongside their engagement and reach across social media platforms. UniRank encompasses over 13,900 universities and colleges across approximately 200 countries worldwide, with results periodically updated based on precise criteria centered on university website popularity and effectiveness. This achievement affirms Amman Arab University’s success in solidifying its digital footprint and enhancing its academic standing regionally and internationally.
On this occasion, Professor Dr. Mohammad Al-Widyan, President of Amman Arab University, emphasized that the university’s prestigious academic reputation did not emerge in isolation but is the fruit of sustained commitment to a clear methodology grounded in educational quality and innovation, alongside the provision of distinguished academic and community services. He indicated that this accomplishment reflects the university’s diligent efforts to strengthen its digital presence through developing its official website into a comprehensive and effective platform for communication and knowledge, alongside expanding its social media channels which have become strategic tools in building the university’s image and enhancing engagement with students and local/international communities.
Amman Arab University’s advancement to first place among private universities nationally and sixth place among Jordanian universities in the 2025 UniRank classification directly mirrors the efforts of specialized teams who worked to reinforce the university’s digital identity and develop its electronic presence locally and globally. This achievement demonstrates the effectiveness of the university’s digital transformation strategies, which contribute to expanding its reach and engagement with academic communities within and beyond Jordan. The university administration reaffirms its steadfast commitment to consolidating its position as a leading academic institution that balances educational quality with societal impact, thereby strengthening its academic reputation and cementing its active presence in local and international arenas.
It is noted that Amman Arab University previously ranked ninth among all Jordanian public and private universities in the prior UniRank classification, reflecting clear progress and continuous advancement in enhancing its academic standing and digital presence locally and regionally.
UniRank is an Australian global classification focused on measuring the popularity and effectiveness of websites of universities officially recognized or licensed/accredited by relevant national or international bodies. It evaluates the quality of academic institutions' digital presence by analyzing web traffic, user engagement with electronic content, and the institution’s reach across social media platforms. UniRank encompasses thousands of universities and colleges worldwide and is periodically updated to ensure data accuracy and objectivity, making it a trusted reference for assessing universities' impact on the global digital education landscape.
