UniversityListed in 3 rankings
The startup scene in China
Where startups get built in Dalian, who funds them, and how you get in the room.
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Dalian ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Financial Centres Index | GFCI 40 | #64 | No prior edition | B | Finance, Competitiveness, Business Climate |
 Global Innovation Index: Innovation Cluster Ranking (formerly Science and Technology Clusters) | 2026 | #83 | Up 5 | B | Innovation, Research, Activity |
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #751 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
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How does Dalian rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #64 in GFCI (GFCI 40). It appears in 3 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
Which universities are in Dalian?
One university has a profile: Dalian University of Technology.
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