Guide

EPFL

CH Switzerland · Lausanne

A technical university on the shore of Lake Geneva; AI, robotics, neuroscience.

Tuition
CHF 2 190 / semester
Founded
1853
Students
13,000
QS 2027
#22
IELTS from
7
Bachelor language
French (master's — English)

For international students who moved to study; for residents — 730 CHF. Bachelor's in French

Schools and programmes

  • Computer & Communication Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Life Sciences
  • Architecture
  • Mathematics

Application deadlines (2027 intake)

  • — EPFL: submitting the application
  • — EPFL: sending additional documents

Documents required

  • International passport — Valid for the whole period of study + 6 months
  • Certificate + grades supplement — If you're still studying — your grade report for years 10–11 and predicted grades
  • Document translation + apostille — Sworn/notarized translation into the language of instruction
  • Entrance exam (if required)
  • German / French C1 or English (master’s)
  • Motivation letter / essay
  • Proof of funds (for the visa)
  • D visa and canton permit
  • Photo for documents
  • Pay the application fee
  • Health insurance

Official links

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