ARRA is an independent non-governmental organization in Slovakia that publishes an annual ranking of universities in the country. It was founded in 2004 by former academics and government officials to provide quality data and independent assessments of universities, which were previously lacking. ARRA's methodology was developed with help from World Bank experts and is based on principles of independence, transparency, and using objective data rather than reputation. The rankings have helped spur more discussion and awareness of quality issues in Slovak higher education.