ETH Zürich
Zürich
The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zürich. Bachelor's programs taught in German, but most master's programs are in English. Alumni include Einstein. Strong in engineering, computer science, and architecture.
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Location
Zürich
Established
1855
Degree levels
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
Instruction
English-taught
Rankings
Rankings are published annually by their respective organisations and change every year. Confirm the current-year position on the official ranking website before relying on it.
How to apply
Direct via ETH
Region
Europe →Admission tests
Popular fields of study
Source: ETH Zürich official website. Details here are for guidance only — tuition, deadlines, rankings and eligibility change every academic year, so confirm on the official university site before applying.
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Admissions guides
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How to Apply to ETH Zurich (International Students)
A clear, official guide to applying to ETH Zurich as an international student — admission categories for non-Swiss applicants, the entrance-examination route, language requirements, and where to verify the current rules.
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A complete overview of studying in Switzerland — how to apply, why tuition is often low but living costs are high, the cantonal residence-permit step, and language considerations, with figures deferred to official sources.
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