8 best universities in Tunisia in 2026
Ranking based on the average of the three main global rankings: Shanghai (ARWU), Times Higher Education and QS.
University of Tunis El Manar
Average rank: #728
No. 1University of Tunis El Manar
Public Tunisian university leader in research and innovation, located in Tunis.
No. 2University of Tunis
Historic public university of Tunisia, located in Tunis, offering diverse programs.
No. 3University of Sfax
Public Tunisian university renowned for its engineering and applied sciences programs.
No. 4University of Jendouba
Public Tunisian university specializing in agronomic sciences and engineering.
No. 5University of Sousse
Public Tunisian university focused on humanities, social sciences, and health.
No. 6University of Monastir
Public Tunisian university leader in medicine, pharmacy, and health sciences.
No. 7University of Carthage
Public Tunisian university renowned for its engineering and humanities programs.
No. 8University of Gabes
Public Tunisian university specializing in applied sciences and engineering.