The Université Cadi Ayyad de Marrakech (UCA) secured first place in the Maghreb region and ranked 1,420th globally in the July 2026 Webometrics ranking, which evaluates universities based on digital visibility, open science, and research impact. The achievement highlights its growing international recognition and strategic focus on academic excellence.
The Université Cadi Ayyad de Marrakech (UCA) has solidified its position as the top institution in the Maghreb region, according to the July 2026 Webometrics ranking. The university placed 1,420th globally among over 32,000 evaluated institutions, reflecting its emphasis on digital accessibility, open scientific production, and research influence. This ranking underscores UCA’s expanding international footprint and its alignment with global academic standards.
Global Standing and Regional Impact
Webometrics measures the visibility of academic resources on the internet, the openness of scientific work, and the impact of research publications. UCA’s position places it among the top 30 universities in Africa, according to the July 2026 ranking. The university stated that these results demonstrate the university’s ongoing efforts to promote academic and scientific excellence, increase access to its digital resources and open science initiatives, and disseminate knowledge both nationally and internationally. This performance adds to its achievements in other international rankings published in 2026.
UCA ranked first among Moroccan universities in the UniRank ranking. It also ranked second in Morocco in the CWUR, placing it within the top 5.3 % of universities worldwide. Additionally, UCA achieved second place among Moroccan universities in the QS Sustainability Rankings. The university noted that these results illustrate the commitment of all components of UCA to implementing its strategy, aimed at addressing the complex and growing challenges of global, integrated and sustainable development.
Rankings Detail and Methodology
The Webometrics ranking specifically assesses universities based on their digital presence and scholarly impact. According to the ranking, the July 2026 edition evaluated over 32,000 universities globally. The ranking takes into account the visibility of university web resources, the openness of scientific publications, and the impact of research outputs. The UCA’s placement demonstrates its commitment to these criteria.
UCA’s success in the Webometrics ranking positions it as a leader in the Maghreb region and a rising force in African higher education. The University Cadi Ayyad de Marrakech occupies the first place nationally in the July 2026 edition of the Webometrics university ranking.
Strategic Focus and Institutional Goals
UCA attributes its achievements to its strategic focus on academic and scientific excellence, improved access to digital resources, and the promotion of open science. The university is committed to disseminating knowledge nationally and internationally. The institution’s strategy is focused on addressing the challenges of global, integrated, and sustainable development.
The UCA’s performance in multiple rankings – UniRank, CWUR, and QS Sustainability Rankings – reinforces its international visibility. The university’s statement highlights the engagement of all its components in implementing this strategy. UCA’s goal is to address complex and evolving development challenges through a holistic approach. These commitments are central to the university’s mission.
Continued Growth and Future Outlook
These results from 2026 build upon previous successes. UCA’s rankings demonstrate its trajectory as a leading institution in Morocco and the Maghreb. The university’s dedication to research, digital accessibility, and open science positions it for continued growth and recognition on the international stage.
The UCA’s strategic plan is designed to meet the demands of global development, fostering an integrated and sustainable future. The success in the Webometrics ranking, alongside its other achievements, confirms the institution’s dedication to academic quality and its role in advancing knowledge and innovation. Its ranking underscores its commitment to the dissemination of research and its contributions to the academic community.
