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Introduction to QS Stars

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QS Stars is the innovative new ratings system for academic institututions from QS. QS Stars was designed in response to institution’s needs requesting an evaluation that assesses all their strengths, using more comprehensive indicators in addition to those used in the rankings.

Learn how QS Stars is shaking up the global university ratings system and why universities are signing up to get their QS Stars.

Read the full introduction to QS Stars

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Universities with QS Stars

Below is a selection of universities that have already been evaluated with a QS Star rating (for more institutions please choose the country of your choice from the liast above):

QS Stars Features

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QS Stars is based on the key pillars of what makes a World Class University and considering additional factors that are often overlooked in university rankings and other assessments.

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    Stars Tables by Category

    Last Updated: Q1 2012

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