Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about browsing listings, creating an account, submitting reviews, and managing school profiles.
What is Top Schools Rankings?
An independent platform where families browse verified school and university listings, read reviews, and explore admissions guides and rankings worldwide.
Is it free to browse listings?
Yes. Browsing the directory, reading articles, and viewing listing details is completely free.
How do I create an account?
Sign up with your email and password, or use Continue with Google. Phone signup is not required.
Can anyone write a review?
Any signed-in member can review a listing once. You cannot review your own institution's listing.
How do I list my school or university?
Sign in, go to Add Listing, and complete the simple form: institution details, website, contact info, logo, cover image, about text (150–300 words), and courses offered.
What does the verified blue tick mean?
It means the listing has all required information complete. Verified status must be refreshed by updating the listing every 60 days.
How do I claim a listing that already exists?
Sign in with your account and use Claim this listing on the profile page to manage it from your dashboard.
Can I list the same school twice?
No. Each institution can only be listed once. Duplicates are blocked by matching website URL.
What image sizes are allowed?
Logo and cover image: JPG, PNG, or WEBP. Max 200 KB each.
Do you guarantee admission or ranking placement?
No. We provide information only. Rankings and listings are not sold. Contact institutions directly for admissions.
How do I correct information on a listing or article?
Email topschoolsrankings@gmail.com with the page URL, correction, and an official source link. See Contact Us for details.
Can I contribute a guest article?
Yes — see Write for Us for topics, guidelines, and how to pitch school or university content.
Do you use cookies or analytics?
Yes. We use essential cookies for site functionality. Google Analytics (GA4) and Google AdSense load only after you accept cookies via our banner. See our Privacy Policy for details.
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Use our cookie banner to decline non-essential cookies, or visit Google Ads Settings. You can also clear cookies in your browser at any time.
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Last updated: July 2026.