King’s College of the Philippines (KCP) has earned its first-ever position in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025, joining the 1501+ tier—a recognition that affirms the institution’s deepening commitment to sustainability and social impact.
The THE Impact Rankings, a globally respected benchmark, assess universities on their contributions to the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), spanning critical issues like climate action, education equity, and poverty reduction. KCP’s inclusion marks a turning point, positioning it alongside institutions driving meaningful change worldwide.
While KCP’s overall ranking places it in the 1501+ tier, it achieved stronger showings in several SDGs, including:
- Responsible Consumption & Production (SDG 12): 601+ (among its highest rankings)
- Life on Land (SDG 15): 601+
- Zero Hunger (SDG 2): 801+
- Clean Water & Sanitation (SDG 6): 801+
- Climate Action (SDG 13): 801+
Moreover, the college was also ranked in gender equality (SDG 5)1001+, No poverty (SDG 1) 1001+, reducing inequalities (SDG 10)1001+, Good Health and Wellbeing (SDG3)15001+, and Partnership for the goals (SDG 17)1501+, reflecting a holistic approach to sustainable development.
This ranking is a validation of KCP’s efforts to align education with real-world impact by focusing on research, policy engagement, and grassroots initiatives that address global challenges.
As KCP continues to expand its sustainability programs and community partnerships, its debut in the THE Impact Rankings marks greater steps toward global participation in infusing change.
View results at: timeshighereducation.com
— Written by: SAS.
