University Ranking Comparator\n\nRankings like THE and QS optimize for things that do not matter to a grad applicant. Stipend size, placement rate, and PI accessibility do.\n\nWhat it does\n- Side-by-side scoring on funding, placement, diversity, PI access, and lab resources\n- Marks every data point as verified or best-effort — no fabricated stipend numbers\n- Recommends a pick with reasoning tied to your stated priorities\n\nTry it: [/academic/university-compare](/academic/university-compare).