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About EPFL
Federal Polytechnic School of Lausanne (EPFL) — public non-profit university. It is located in Lausanne, Switzerland. EPFL is an active member of Rectors' Conference of the Swiss Universities (CRUS), European University Association (EUA), Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER).
The university is 36 among the best institutions in the word, according to QS International Ranking. The independent international ranking THE is very attentive to universities' research output. According to THE, this higher education institution is in 33 place among universities with the most research publications per year.
EPFL offers master programs in different fields of study.
- Location
- Lausanne, Switzerland
- Establishment year
- 1853
- Students
- 10,492
- International students
- 6,190
- Female students
- 30%
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2023 |
---|---|
Engineering & Technology | 11 |
Natural Sciences | 16 |
Life Sciences & Medicine | 177 |
EPFL tuition fees
The academic calendar at EPFL is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Locals and foreigners study at EPFL for the same price — from 1,406 USD per year. With the help of scholarships and financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. For up-to-date information on scholarships and the cost of education for each program, check the official website of the educational institution.
Accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses are all things to consider before applying to university.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- 1,406USD/year
- Master
- 1,406USD/year
Study programs at EPFL
Economics & Business Management
Master of Science in Management, Technology and Entrepreneurship
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Master of Science in Communication Systems
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Master of Science in Cyber Security (joint program EPFL-ETHZ)
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Master of Science in Data Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Master of Science in Digital Humanities
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Master of Science in Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Master of Science in Life Sciences Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering (joint program EPFL-ETHZ)
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Master of Science in Computer Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Master of Science in Computional Science and Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Master of Science in Financial Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Master of Science in Robotics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Bachelor degree at EPFL
You can't enter a Swiss university right after the 11th grade. Therefore, before entering, foreign students need to study for 2 years at a university in their native country.
Master's degree at EPFL
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. In order to enroll at EPFL for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL.
EPFL campus
The campus of EPFL is suburban. Students live in a close-knit community and enjoy the benefits of the natural environment around them. However, they also have access to urban entertainment such as shopping malls, restaurants and cinemas. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. Not only locals study at EPFL, but also students from other countries. This is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the culture of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
- Campus Type
- Suburban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
With a job seeker visa, you can stay in the country for six months after graduation. You need to apply for such a visa in advance. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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