GTU Awarded 3 Stars in the QS Stars International Assessment and Ranked Among the Top 7.9% of Universities Worldwide

Georgian Technical University has successfully completed the rigorous international QS Stars audit and has been awarded an overall rating of 3 Stars, placing it in the “Good” category of the QS Stars rating system. The university’s results have been officially published on the QS Stars platform.

The assessment evaluated multiple aspects of the university’s performance. Georgian Technical University received the highest rating of 5 Stars (“Excellent”) in Academic Development and 4 Stars (“Very Good”) in Good Governance. In addition, according to the latest data from the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR), GTU is ranked among the top 7.9% of universities worldwide.

According to Lela Chikovani, Deputy Head of the International Relations Department at Georgian Technical University, the QS Stars rating system evaluates universities across a broad range of criteria, including academic development, teaching quality, governance, internationalization, student experience, institutional effectiveness, and according to other important directions.

“The achievement of 3 Stars in the QS Stars international rating system represents significant recognition of Georgian Technical University’s ongoing development. Particularly noteworthy is the fact that the university received the highest possible 5-Star rating in Academic Development and a 4-Star rating in Good Governance. These results demonstrate the university’s commitment to international standards and modern quality assurance requirements. The QS Stars audit evaluates a wide range of institutional activities using objective international criteria, making this assessment especially valuable for both institutional development and international visibility. This achievement is the result of the collective efforts of our academic staff, administrative personnel, and students. It provides additional motivation to continue strengthening international cooperation, enhancing academic quality, and increasing the global recognition of our university.”

 – Lela Chikovani

According to GTU Rector, Academician David Gurgenidze, the results represent important international recognition of the university’s efforts to align with global standards, promote institutional development, and continuously improve the quality of education; which further increases the competitiveness of the Georgian Technical University in both the national and international educational space.

“The achievement of 3 Stars in the QS Stars international rating system is a significant institutional milestone that confirms Georgian Technical University is progressing in the right direction and occupies a respected place within the international higher education community. This result reflects years of systematic reforms, a consistent commitment to quality enhancement, and the collective efforts of the entire university community.

We are particularly proud to have received the highest 5-Star rating in Academic Development. This achievement reflects the university’s progress in improving teaching quality, modernizing academic programs, strengthening research capacity, and enhancing the academic environment. Academic development lies at the heart of the university’s mission, and this recognition confirms that our strategic priorities are fully aligned with international standards.

The importance of the QS Stars assessment also lies in its comprehensive evaluation methodology, which covers such critical areas as academic development, governance, teaching, international engagement, research activity, student experience, and institutional development. Therefore, the results represent not only an evaluation of individual areas but also international recognition of the university’s overall progress and achievements.

While this accomplishment is an important source of pride for Georgian Technical University, we do not regard it as our final destination. The QS Stars assessment has highlighted both our strengths and areas for further development. Higher education today is defined by continuous improvement and global competition, and we remain committed to further strengthening our academic and research activities, expanding international partnerships, enhancing institutional governance, and achieving even stronger results in future assessments. Our goal is to position Georgian Technical University as an increasingly competitive and distinguished institution, not only within the region but also on the global stage. This success belongs to every student, professor, researcher, and staff member whose professionalism, dedication, and daily efforts contribute to the university’s growth and achievements. I extend my sincere gratitude to our entire university community and our partners for their valuable contribution to this success.”

– Academician David Gurgenidze

According to the QS Stars audit results, Georgian Technical University received the following ratings:Facilities — Good; Academic Development — Excellent (5 Stars); Good Governance — Very Good (4 Stars); Arts — Satisfactory; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion — Satisfactory; Global Engagement — Good; Employability — Good; Environmental Impact — Very Good;Overall rating: International recognition — 3 stars.