Explore World's Best Universities In 2024

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT): No. 1 in QS ranking, based in Cambridge, MA, offering diverse programmes in five schools; requires SAT or ACT for admission

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The University of Cambridge, among the oldest globally and located in the UK, boasts students from 130+ countries and ranks second in the QS Global Rankings 2024

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The University of Oxford, located in the United Kingdom, offers world-class education and is ranked third globally in the QS global ranking 2024

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Harvard University: Oldest US institution with high influence and academic pedigree, ranked fourth globally

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Stanford University: Leading US institution in California, focuses on research, teaching, sustainability, ranks fifth globally

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Imperial College London: Public research university in England, ranked sixth globally

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ETH Zurich: Public research university in Switzerland, ranked seventh globally

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National University of Singapore (NUS): Consistently top-ranked globally, with 17 faculties across three campuses, holds eighth position

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University College London (UCL): Multidisciplinary university in London, with vast international presence, offers scholarships, ranks ninth

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University of California, Berkeley, a research university in California, ranked 10th. It is known for its diverse courses and research initiatives

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