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Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich

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Overview

Established in 1855, the Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Zürich (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Zurich. This institution also has a branch campus in Basel and Singapore. Officially recognized by the Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation, Schweiz (State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation of Switzerland), Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich (ETH Zürich) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Swiss higher education institution. Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich (ETH Zürich) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 169-year-old Swiss higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ETH Zürich also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Control Typepublic

Entity

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (Non Latin) École Polytechnique Fédérale de Zurich
Name (English) Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich
Acronym ETH Zürich
Founded 1855 Formerly named Eidgenössische Polytechnische Schule until 2011
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University Location

Address Rämistrasse 101
Zürich
8092 Zurich
Switzerland
Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich Phone Number +41 (44) 632 1111
Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich Fax Number +41
Other locations Basel and Singapore

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich.

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

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Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's admission information.

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Admission Office Admission Office

Raemistrasse 101, HG F 21.4
Zurich 8092
(44) 632 7735


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich.

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich has an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 2,500-2,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Control Type Control Type

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich is a public higher education institution.


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Entity Type Entity Type

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich is a non-profit higher education institution.


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's main facilities:


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Library


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich (ETH Zurich) Housing Offering:

  • ETH Zurich provides housing options for its students.
  • For detailed information about the housing offerings, students can visit the official website: https://www.wohnen.ethz.ch/en

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's main services:


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich (ETH Zurich) provides various financial aid options to support students in funding their studies. The university acknowledges that funding studies is primarily the responsibility of the student and their immediate family. However, if students and their families face financial difficulties, ETH Zurich may offer scholarships to eligible students who demonstrate sufficient academic progress.

ETH Zurich offers the Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP) for outstanding students aspiring to pursue Master's degree studies.

Foreign students with a university degree can apply for scholarships for postgraduate studies through the Swiss Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS).

Additionally, numerous foundations in Switzerland and abroad offer grants to support students. Students are encouraged to explore these funding opportunities online and inquire with the local authorities for further information.

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich (ETH Zurich) has not provided us with a list of exchange programs and/or countries where to study abroad when enrolled at their institution but invites all uniRank visitors to check out the following relevant links:

  • More information at https://ethz.ch/students/en/studies/study-abroad.

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation, Schweiz

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1855


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Swiss Agency of Accreditation and Quality Assurance (AAQ)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU)
  • Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER)
  • IDEA League
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)
  • ENHANCE

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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