QS Stars is a university rating system developed by QS Quacquarelli Symonds that evaluates institutions across various performance indicators, providing a detailed assessment of their strengths and areas for improvement. Unlike traditional rankings, QS Stars offers an in-depth analysis by assigning universities a rating from one to five stars in teaching, employability, research, internationalization, facilities, and more. This comprehensive evaluation helps prospective students identify universities that excel in areas most important to them, facilitating informed decisions about their higher education choices.