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a-index World University Rankings 2024

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Welcome to a groundbreaking paradigm in university rankings! Applyindex proudly introduces a novel system for ranking universities worldwide based on their a-index values. Launched in 2024, our world university rankings offer a unique perspective by focusing on the challenges of securing fully funded PhD positions. Unlike traditional rankings from QS Top Universities, Times Higher Education, US News, and ARWU, the a-index demonstrates our commitment to transparency and innovation in the evaluation process.

Unveiling the Universities a-index

The a-index of universities is a sophisticated function derived from the amalgamation of eight key factors, each meticulously chosen to gauge the intricacies of a university’s academic landscape. Factors include the annual volume of scientific publications (e.g., research papers, review articles, patents, etc.), the esteemed reputation of academic staff members based on their h-index, the grants they win, etc. This comprehensive index is 50 to 90 for universities, with a higher a-index indicating a more rigorous admission process for securing coveted fully-funded PhD positions.

ETH Zurich: the 1st in our university rankings system

Illustrating the power of the a-index, ETH Zurich emerges as a beacon of academic rigor, boasting an impressive a-index of 90. This signifies that ETH Zurich sets the benchmark for the most challenging PhD admission processes, making it an institution that demands excellence and commitment from its aspirants. Join us on this revolutionary journey as we redefine the landscape of higher education rankings with the a-index—an innovative tool that empowers students to make informed decisions about their academic future. Embrace the future of university rankings with Applyindex!

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  • //applyindex.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/united-states-of-america.pngUSA, California, Stanford
  • 2a-index: 89.9
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  • //applyindex.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/united-states-of-america.pngUSA, Massachusetts, Cambridge
  • 5a-index: 89.7
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  • //applyindex.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Switzerland.pngSwitzerland
  • 11a-index: 89.3
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  • //applyindex.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/united-states-of-america.pngUSA, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
  • 12a-index: 89.2
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  • //applyindex.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/united-states-of-america.pngUSA, Connecticut, New Haven
  • 16a-index: 88.9
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  • //applyindex.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/canada.pngCanada, Ontario, Toronto
  • 18a-index: 88.7
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  • //applyindex.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/united-states-of-america.pngUSA, Illinois, Evanston
  • 19a-index: 88.7
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  • //applyindex.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/australia.pngAustralia, Australian Capital Territory, Canberra
  • 20a-index: 88.6
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