Is ETH Zurich public or private?

ETH Zurich is a public Swiss federal institute of technology. It is one of Switzerland's two federal institutes of technology and is governed within the federal higher-education framework.

What language are ETH Bachelor's programmes taught in?

The main teaching language in all ETH Bachelor's programmes is German, although some courses in the second and third years may be in English. Applicants should check the language requirement for the exact programme and intake.

Are ETH Master's programmes taught in English?

Many ETH Master's programmes are taught in English, but language depends on the individual programme. The official programme page and application requirements should be treated as the current authority.

How long is an ETH Bachelor's degree?

ETH describes Bachelor's study as six semesters and 180 credits, normally taking three years. The first year is a common foundation followed by programme-specific higher Bachelor's study.

How much is ETH Zurich tuition for foreign students?

ETH lists a simple tuition fee of CHF 730 per semester and a threefold fee of CHF 2,190 per semester for many other foreign students from autumn 2025. The Admissions Office assigns the fee group using the student's circumstances, so applicants should verify their status.

How do international students apply to ETH Zurich?

Applicants use ETH's official application route and follow the relevant Bachelor's, Master's or doctoral instructions. Non-Swiss school-certificate applicants are handled by the Admissions Office; doctoral applicants normally contact a professor or department about a position.

Does ETH Zurich offer doctorates?

Yes. ETH awards the title Doctor of Sciences (Dr. sc. ETH Zurich). Doctorates are mainly individual research projects requiring a willing professor as supervisor, and most doctoral candidates are employed as scientific assistants.

Is accommodation guaranteed at ETH Zurich?

No. Students must arrange housing through student residences, cooperatives or the private market. Zurich has limited and expensive housing, so applicants should start searching early and budget using current ETH guidance.

Does ETH Zurich offer scholarships?

Funding differs between Bachelor's, Master's and doctoral study. Applicants should review ETH's current scholarship and financial-aid pages and any programme-specific funding notices; doctoral positions commonly combine research employment with doctoral study.

What is the main practical constraint for international applicants?

The key constraints are programme-specific prior-qualification rules, language at Bachelor's level, high Zurich living costs and the tuition-group rules for foreign students. A profile review should be based on the exact programme rather than ETH's general reputation.