University Impact Rankings 2025 for UN SDG 1: no poverty
Top universities tackling no poverty initiatives in 2025
Times Higher Education surveyed and reviewed 1,267 universities from 111 countries/territories to curate a list of the top universities for the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 1: no poverty. The SDG 1 university ranking reveals the universities that are making the greatest impact on poverty alleviation through rigorous poverty research, innovative educational programmes and strategic approaches to helping students in poverty, from offering extensive financial aid to implementing supportive learning environments.
Key insights: universities leading no poverty initiatives globally
- Universiti Sains Malaysia is number one for the first time
- India joins top 20 of no poverty table
- South Korea’s Konkuk University is the highest newly ranked institution
- Philippines is the most-represented country, with 75 ranked institutions
Explore Rating by Sustainable Development Goal
OVERALL
1
No poverty
2
Zero hunger
3
Good health and well-being
4
Quality education
5
Gender equality
6
Clean water and sanitation
7
Affordable and clean energy
8
Decent work and economic growth
9
Industry innovation and infrastructure
10
Reducing inequalities
11
Sustainable cities and communities
12
Responsible consumption and production
13
Climate action
14
Life below water
15
Life on land
16
Peace, justice and strong institutions
17
Partnerships for the goals
Rank | Name | No poverty  | Overall |
|---|
