Master's
CHF 12,000 / semester
ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology)
Zurich, Switzerland
"Switzerland's federal technology university, ranked #7 by QS"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#7 (QS)
PSW VISA
6 months
About ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology)
ETH Zurich is a public research university of the Swiss Confederation in Zurich, founded in 1855 as the federal polytechnic school. It has 16 departments covering engineering, architecture, natural sciences, mathematics, and management and social sciences. About 23,000 students study there, and around 44% are international. Bachelor's programmes are taught in German, while most master's and doctoral programmes are in English. Its alumni and faculty include more than 20 Nobel laureates, among them Albert Einstein.
Rankings & Recognition
#7
Ranked #7 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#8 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
ETH Domain
IDEA League
Global Alliance of Technological Universities
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology)'s global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
99.7#
Employer Reputation
96.3#
Faculty / Student
71.7#
Citations / Faculty
98.8#
Intl. Faculty
100.0#
Intl. Students
99.3#
Intl. Research Network
95.8#
Employment Outcomes
95.0#
Sustainability
99.6#
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Key Facts
1855
Founded
23,198
Total Students
10,286
International Students
2,928
Faculty
16
Departments
Popular Programs
Computer Science
Data Science
Robotics, Systems and Control
Mechanical Engineering
Architecture
Physics
Application Details
Application Route
eApply online portal
Master Window (int. degree)
1-30 Nov 2026
Master Start
Autumn 2027 only
ESOP Deadline
30 Nov 2026
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS (Master)
|
approx. 7.0 |
|
TOEFL iBT (Master)
|
approx. 100 |
|
Other accepted (Master)
|
C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency, PTE |
|
German (Bachelor)
|
C1 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
N/A
I-20 Processing
D visa + B permit (study)
Post-Study Work
6 months (job-seeking)
Green Card Pathway
Work permit (quota)
Financials
Application Fee
approx. CHF 150
Avg Scholarship
ESOP CHF 12,000 / semester
Career Outcomes
95%
Placement Ratio
6 months
Post-Study Work
15hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 2,928
International Staff — 76%
—
Notable Alumni
Albert Einstein (physicist, Nobel Prize)
John von Neumann (mathematician)
Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen (physicist, Nobel Prize)
Campus & Location
ETH has two main campuses in Zurich: the historic Zentrum campus in the city centre and the Honggerberg science campus on a hill outside the centre. Polyball, its annual ball, draws about 10,000 guests.
Campus Details
Zentrum
and Honggerberg
23198
students
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 14 to 24 C
Coldest (Jan): -1 to 4 C
Climate: Temperate oceanic
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: Student housing foundations
private rental
Dining
Dining: ETH and university mensas
Health & Wellness
Health: Compulsory Swiss health insurance
Activities & Clubs
ASVZ sports
VSETH student union
Polyball
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
23,198
International Students
10,286
Undergraduate
45.8%
Postgraduate
54.2%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (international)
CHF 2,190 / semester
Tuition (Swiss / resident)
CHF 730 / semester
Living (QS estimate)
approx. USD 30,390 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Master's programmes start in the autumn semester only. Applicants with a non-Swiss bachelor's degree apply from 1 to 30 November 2026 for autumn 2027; this is also the window for the ESOP scholarship. Holders of Swiss bachelor's degrees apply in April 2027. Late or incomplete applications are not processed. Since autumn 2025, international students pay a threefold tuition fee of CHF 2,190 per semester.
Scholarships at ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology)
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Upper-secondary certificate; German C1
Postgraduate
Bachelor's (very good results); English certificate (TOEFL/IELTS/C1)
English Proficiency
IELTS (Master)
TOEFL iBT (Master)
Other accepted (Master)
C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency, PTEGerman (Bachelor)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Secondary school diploma and transcripts (bachelor)
Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts (master)
English language certificate
CV / motivation letter
Reference letter(s) (some programmes)
Proof of funds (visa)
Swiss health insurance (compulsory)
Thesis pre-proposal and 2 references (ESOP)
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme page for academic entry requirements, English level and the application window for your intake.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application with transcripts, English certificate and the other required documents before the school's deadline.
3
Receive admission
Wait for the evaluation (and interview where required) and receive the admission letter.
4
Pay deposit or fees
Pay any confirmation deposit or first fee instalment requested by the school; non-EU students often need this for the visa.
5
Study visa
Non-EU/EFTA students apply for a national D visa at the Swiss embassy or consulate with the admission letter and proof of funds.
6
Arrive and register
Register with the local commune after arrival to receive the B residence permit for study, then enrol.
Campus & Location
ETH has two main campuses in Zurich: the historic Zentrum campus in the city centre and the Honggerberg science campus on a hill outside the centre. Polyball, its annual ball, draws about 10,000 guests.
Master's
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Master's
Computer Science
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Master's
Data Science
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Master's
Robotics, Systems and Control
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Master's
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's
1
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Bachelor's
Computer Science (BSc)
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