Mykolas Romeris University (MRU) continues to strengthen its position as one of Lithuania's leading universities in international sustainability assessments. The prestigious global university rankings agency Times Higher Education (THE) has announced the results of the 2026 THE Sustainability Impact Rankings, which evaluate higher education institutions based on their social, economic, and environmental impact. The rankings assess universities' contributions to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This year, 1,646 universities from 116 countries were assessed. MRU has once again secured a leading position among Lithuanian higher education institutions and has been ranked in the 401–600 band globally.
The University achieved its strongest results in the areas of Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (SDG 16), placing in the 101–200 band worldwide; Gender Equality (SDG 5), ranked in the 201–300 band; and Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), where it placed in the 301–400 band.
"Mykolas Romeris University is committed to systematically integrating international sustainability standards into its study programmes, research, organisational culture, and everyday operations. We are proud that these efforts have received international recognition for five consecutive years," says Professor Dr Inga Žalėnienė, Rector of Mykolas Romeris University.
According to the Rector, the University's strong international standing also brings responsibility to continue modernising its study programmes, conducting research that addresses today's societal challenges, fostering social innovation, developing new forms of cooperation in Lithuania and abroad, and engaging communities in meaningful initiatives.
Since 2019, Times Higher Education has assessed universities' progress and contribution to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals across a wide range of areas, including teaching and learning, research and innovation, institutional governance, environmental and biodiversity protection, community wellbeing, and partnerships.
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, adopted in 2015 by the leaders of 193 countries, provide a global framework for environmental, economic, and social development. Achieving these goals requires coordinated efforts at both national and international levels, bringing together public and private sector organisations across diverse fields while promoting strategic partnerships.
More information about the rankings is available on the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings website.