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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 170-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 (English) Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich
Name (Non Latin) École Polytechnique Fédérale de 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 (44) 632 1111
Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich Fax Number
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 Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich 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.



Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix

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Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

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Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich.



Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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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

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

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

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Size and Profile

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.


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

This institution's academic staff ranges from 2,500 to 2,999 members.


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution 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 academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich is None Religious Affiliation

None.


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


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Library University Library

Yes Visit Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Library


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Housing University Housing

Yes

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

Yes


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes

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

Yes

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

Yes


Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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 divisions and a more streamlined 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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