Peru has made notable strides in the
, recording improvements across several disciplines and an exceptional performance by the
, according to the QS Quacquarelli Symonds report.
The country secured 52 mentions in the rankings, with 10 universities represented.
Among these, 10 entries improved their position, 17 remained stable, and 16 declined, while 9 appeared in the ranking for the first time.
While Peru has fewer total entries, its improvement rate (57%) in Faculty Areas is the highest in Latin America among countries with at least five ranked areas.
PUCP continues to lead university performance in Peru
Its strongest positions are as follows Mineral & Mining Engineering: Ranked 51–100, unchanged from 2024; Archaeology: Ranked 51–100, unchanged; Law: ranked 92, down from 84 in 2024; Arts & Humanities: ranked 94, up from 119 in 2024; Modern Languages: ranked 94, with a slight decline from 93 in 2024; and Social Sciences & Management: ranked 99, up from 113 in 2024.
The most significant improvement was seen in Arts and Humanities, where PUCP advanced 25 positions, solidifying its place among the world's top 100 universities in this area.
Peru in Latin American Context
Regionally, Peru continues to grow as a higher education player, albeit with less representation than countries like Brazil (380 mentions), Chile (229), and Mexico (185), while Peru registers only 52 mentions.
Nonetheless, Peru boasts the highest percentage of improvements in faculty areas in Latin America (57%), compared to Brazil (-41%), Chile (-38%), and Mexico (-34%), demonstrating a progressive enhancement in academic quality.
The QS rankings reflect both the advances and challenges facing Peruvian universities. PUCP's consolidation in key fields —particularly mining engineering and archaeology, which resonate with the country's economic and cultural identity— stands out as a major strength.
However, the relatively low number of Peruvian universities in the rankings and ongoing challenges in scientific research output continue to affect their international profile.
The QS Quacquarelli Symonds report indicates that Peru is on a steady growth trajectory in higher education, even in a highly competitive global environment. Sustaining this progress will require continued investment in research, efforts to bolster academic reputation, and stronger collaboration with the business sector.