Question 1

Is ETH Zurich as good as MIT for Indian students?

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ETH Zurich is on par with MIT if not better. Both rank among the top 10 universities in the world. However, both cater to different career goals and have distinct study environments. Students can assess which is right for them based on the comparison given below:Comparison ParameterETH ZurichMITGlobal Ranking 2026 (QS)#7#1Acceptance Rate25% to 27%4.6%Better forPhysics, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Civil/Mechanical EngineeringComputer Science, Aerospace Engineering, and Business/ManagementAnnual Cost of LivingCHF 22,100 (INR 26.9 Lakhs)USD 26,000 (INR 31.6 Lakhs)Average Annual Tuition CostsCHF 4,380 or INR 5.32 LakhsUSD 66,720 or INR 81.15 LakhsAverage Graduate SalaryINR 1.2 Cr to INR 1.8 CrINR 1.1 Cr to INR 1.6 Cr

Question 2

How many international students are studying in Eth Zurich?

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ETH Zurich is known for producing students that are exceptionally talented and driven. Swiss Accreditation Council accredits ETH Zurich. The university is home to over 26,000 students from 130+ countries. In the Autumn semester last year, 20% of all UG students were international.

Question 3

Can I study at ETH Zurich without IELTS?

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Yes,  students can study at ETH Zurich without IELTS. They can either submit a Medium of Instruction (MOI) or submit a valid score in a test like TOEFL or Cambridge English.Given below are the minimum scores accepted for each -TestMinimum ScoreTOEFL100Cambridge C1 AdvancedGrade B

Question 4

Who are the top employers at ETH Zurich?

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ETH Zurich offer high placement rate all over the world. ETH Zurich graduates are in high demand worldwide. Some top employers at ETH Zurich are listed below:UBSGoogleUniversity of ZurichRocheETH ZurichGoogleSwiss Armed Forces

Question 5

Which are the most popular job sectors at ETH Zurich?

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ETh Zurich has offered a range of job opportunities and internships to graduate students in some of the top companies and industries after their course duration. Some of the popular alumni job sectors at ETH Zurich are given as follows:Business Development Research Engineering OperationsEducationInformation Technology Arts and Design Program and Project Management

Question 6

How can I apply in ETH Zurich?

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International students can apply to ETH Zurich through the online application portal known as 'eApply'. It is universtiy's own application portal that allows international students to apply online for master's programs. International students should be ready with all the necessary documents at the time of filling ETH Zurich application form.

Question 7

What is the application fee for international students at ETH Zurich?

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Yes, ETH Zurich have an application fee for international students. International students are required to pay CHF 150 (INR 17.4 K) per degree programme applied for at ETH Zurich. This application fee is non-refundable, meaning, once the application fee is paid it can not be refunded ever if the students withdraws their application.1 CHF = INR 115.96

Question 8

What are the ETH Zurich requirements for Indian students?

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Check below the ETH Zurich requirements for international students -Higher secondary certificate for a bachelor's degreeBachelor's degree for graduate admissionGPA (no minimum requirements)English language proficiency scoresAdditional test score of any GMAT/GRE (if required)Letters of referenceStatement of Purpose or Personal StatementResume or CV

Question 9

How to apply for ESOP scholarships at ETH Zurich?

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The Excellence Scholarship and Opportunity Porgramme (ESOP) scholarships at ETH Zurich is for master's students. ESOP scholarship supports excellent master's students with a scholarship, mentorship and a network of the ETH Foundation. The scholarship covers the full study and living costs during the Master&rsquo;s degree course. Check below the minimum eligibility for ESOP scholarships at ETH Zurich:Very good result in Bachelor&rsquo;s degree programme (top 10% of Bachelor&rsquo;s degree programme = grade A)Please make sure to be reachable under the telephone number specified in your CV as the selection process might include a phone/VC interview in February

Question 10

Does ETH Zurich offer scholarships for International students?

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Yes, ETH Zurich offers a variety of scholarships for its international students. Some most popular scholarships offered by ETH Zurich for international students is listed below:Level of StudyScholarshipsBachelor'sSolidary Fund ScholarshipETH ScholarshipMaster'sExcellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP)

Question 11

Does ETH Zurich offer scholarships to Indian students?

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ETH Zurich offers scholarships to Indian students at the UG and PG level. ETH Zurich scholarships for master's are generally merit-based, meaning, international students will need to meet certain conditions and maintain them to get scholarships. Besides, the university sponsored scholarships, international students can also apply for externally funded scholarships to study in Switzerland.

Question 12

Is there any additional compulsory fees Indian students need to pay at ETH Zurich?

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Yes, apart from tuition costs, Indian students also need to pay an additional compulsory semester fees worth CHF 74 (INR 9 K). The fee is charged every semester and goes directly to fund additional campus services and student life organizations.Check the table below for a breakdown of the fee:Fee TypeCost in CHFCost in INRAcademic Sports Association (ASVZ)CHF 35INR 4.25 KStudent UnionCHF 32INR 3.9 KScholarship FundCHF 7INR 850

Question 13

When and how can Indian students pay their semester fees at ETH Zurich?

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Indian students need to pay their ETH Zurich semester fees within 30 days of receiving the semester invoice. Invoices are generally issued from the 5th week of the semester onwards. These are sent digitally to the student's personal ETH email.Students can pay their fees either via the E-banking or E-bill platform, or at the post office counter, or the cash desk at the main building/Honggerberg campus.

Question 14

Can I pay my fees in installments at ETH Zurich?

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No,  ETH Zurich does not allow Indian students to pay the semester fee in installments. Students have to pay the semester fee in full by the given deadline.Late payment of fee can lead to fines or suspension from attending classes.

Question 15

Can Indian students change their programme at ETH Zurich?

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Yes,  Indian students are allowed to change their programme at ETH Zurich. To do that, students need to submit a written request to the Registrar's Office via email after enrolment starts for the following semester.Students enrolled in UG courses can change their programme twice before graduating. At the PG level, however, a programme change is allowed only once.Deadlines to submit a change of programme request at ETH Zurich is given below:IntakeCourse Level (UG)Course Level (PG)AutumnBy the 2nd week of the semesterBy the 2nd week of the semesterSpringBy the 2nd week of the semesterBy the end of the 2nd week of the semester

Question 16

What can I study in ETH Zurich?

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ETH Zurich offers a variety of programs. ETH Zurich courses are offered through 16 departments and competence centres. International students can study various courses in the following subjects:Architecture & Civil Engineering Engineering SciencesNatural Sciences and MathematicsSystem-Oriented Natural Sciences Management & Social Sciences

Question 17

How many programs does ETH Zurich offer for international students?

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ETH Zurich offer best academic programs at UG and PG levels for international students. ETH Zurich offers more than 80-degree programs for its international students. Some most popular programme offered by ETH Zurich include Engineering & Technology, Computer Science, Architecture, and more.

Question 18

Is it hard for Indian students to get into ETH Zurich?

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Yes, ETH Zurich acceptance rate is 25% to 27% for international students, which makes it competitive. This means out of every 100 students, only 25 to 27 students secured admission at ETH Zurich. Indian students can apply via eApply for both UG and PG program.

Question 19

What is the ETH Zurich QS Ranking 2026?

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ETH Zurich ranks among the top 10 universities in Europe globally in QS Rankings 2026. The university ranks #2 in Europe and #7 in the world. The table below shows how the ETH Zurich ranking has changed in recent years:Ranking202620252024QS World Rank#7#7#7QS Europe Rank#2#1#2

Question 20

What is the ranking of ETH Zurich in the world?

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ETH Zurich is one of the top ranked universities in the world. As per Shiksha Popularity Rankings, ETH Zurich ranked at #10 in world and #1 in Switzerland. Top ranking authorities all over the word that are given below rank the university:Rankings AuthoritiesRankQS Rankings 2026#7 in “World University Rankings 2026”U.S. News & World Report 2025#35 in “Best Global Universities”Times Higher Education#11 in “World University Rankings 2026”

Question 21

How do I find accommodation in Zurich as an Indian student?

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Finding housing in Zurich is not easy. There is a very high demand for off-campus housing. Listed below are some of the best ways to find housing for Indian students in Zurich:Contact the university housing office in ZurichUse online housing platformUse connections on-campusThe average monthly rent ranges between CHF 800 and CHF 1,000 (INR 95.4 K and INR 1.2 Lakhs) per semester.

Name	Profession and Achievements	Alumnus
Albert Einstein	Theoretical Physicist Gave the Theory of Relativity Graduated with a Teaching Diploma in Mathematics and Physics
Paul Scherrer	Swiss Physicist Former Head of Physics Department at ETH Zurich Pursued a program in Physics and Mathematics
Felix Bloch	Swiss-American Theoretical Physicist Co-winner of the 1952 Nobel Prize in Physics for developing new methods of Nuclear Magnetic Precision Measurements Pursued a course in Mathematics and Physics
Richard R. Ensnt	Swiss Physical Chemist Won the 1991 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Pursued a Diploma in Chemistry

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