The World's Best University

Schoolash - University of Chicago, United States

The University of Chicago or the University of Chicago (usually referred to as Chicago or UChicago) is a private university, which focuses on research coeducational and is located in Chicago, Illinois,
United States Of America. University of Chicago was founded by oil businessman philanthropist named John D. Rockefeller in 1890; William Rainey Harper became the first president or rector in 1891 and the first classes were held in 1892.

University of Oxford, United Kingdom

University of Oxford is the oldest English-speaking university located in the city of Oxford, England. [4] The history of this university can be traced at least begin to end of the 11th century, although the exact date of its establishment remains obscure. According to legend, after riots between students and residents of the city in the year 1209, some academics Oxford fled to the northeast, to the city of Cambridge, and founded the Cambridge University. Both universities have since been competing against each other, and the most selective colleges in the United Kingdom.

Imperial College London

Imperial College London, ranked the fifth best university in the world for 2009. Imperial College London is a world-class university scholarship, education and research in science, engineering and medicine, in particular with regard to their application in industry, trade and health. The College has more than 3,000 academic and research staff and nearly 14,000 students from over 120 different countries.

UCL (University College London)

UCL (University College London) ranked fourth best university in World University Rankings 2009. The UCL is a multidisciplinary university with an international reputation for quality research and teaching across the academic spectrum, with subjects spanning the sciences, arts, social sciences and biomedicine. In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) UCL rated the best research universities in London, and a third in the UK as a whole, for a number of shipments that are considered world-leading quality. The university is located on a compact site in the heart of London and is surrounded by the greatest concentration of libraries, museums, archives, cultural institutions and professional bodies in Europe.

Yale University, United States

Yale University is rated as the third best university in World University Rankings 2009. Yale University is one of the most famous schools in the United States, with a long history of service and an alumni list that reads like a "Who's Who" of successful people. Yale University is the fulfillment of the European vision of intellectual freedom that aims to serve the community and the state. It has championed throughout history and survived the most destructive calamities such as the American Revolution. Since then, the university has continued to grow and develop into a center of high-quality education that is recognized by the global community. The university is considered one of the oldest higher education institution in the United States. The company was founded in 1701 and is a proud member of the prestigious Ivy League.

University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

Cambridge University rated the second best in the World University Rankings 2009. The University of Cambridge is one of the oldest universities in the world and one of the largest in the UK. Its reputation for outstanding academic achievement is known worldwide and reflects the intellectual achievement of its students, as well as world-class original research carried out by the staff of the University and the Colleges. Its reputation is supported by the Quality Assurance Agency and by other external reviewers of learning and teaching, such as External Examiner. High standards is the result of both the learning opportunities offered at Cambridge and extensive resources, including libraries, museums and other collections. Teaching consists not only of lectures, seminars and practical classes led by people who are experts in their field, but also more personalized teaching arranged through the Colleges. Many opportunities for students to interact with scholars of all levels, both formally and informally.

Harvard University, United States

Harvard University is rated as the number one university in World University Rankings 2009. Harvard is America's oldest institution of higher education, which was founded 140 years before the Declaration of Independence was signed. The University has grown from nine students with a single master to an enrollment of more than 18,000 degree candidates, including students and students in 10 principal academic units. An additional 13,000 students are enrolled in one or more courses in the Harvard Extension School. More than 14,000 people work at Harvard, including more than 2,000 faculty. There are also 7,000 faculty appointments in affiliated hospitals teaching.