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ETH Zurich

Information updated 27.08.2026

ETH Zurich

Overview

ETH Zurich is a public federal institute of technology in Zurich, Switzerland, specializing in science, engineering, architecture and quantitative disciplines.

History

The institution was founded in 1855 as the Swiss Federal Polytechnic School.

Programs

Programs and departments cover architecture and civil engineering, engineering sciences, natural sciences and mathematics, system-oriented natural sciences, management and social sciences, and related interdisciplinary research fields.

Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees depend on the program, study level, residency or citizenship status, and academic year. Applicants should use the university’s official current tuition or cost-of-attendance page for the exact amount.

Admission

Admission requirements vary by program and applicant category. Applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for prerequisites, language requirements, documents and current deadlines.

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