Rankings
How every major ranking places Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2026):
Master's courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & technology | 7 | $5,314 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 7 | $5,314 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 4 | $5,314 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 3 | $5,314 | See → |
| Business & management | 1 | $5,314 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 1 | $5,314 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 1 | $5,314 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 1 | $5,314 | See → |
Costs and entry
Jobs after studying at Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne
The job market for Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Switzerland.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $5,314 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: engineering & technology courses are typically $5,314, engineering & technology $5,314.
How is Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne ranked?
Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne is ranked #22 by QS (2027), #36 by Times Higher Education (2027) and #43 by ARWU (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Engineering - Electrical & Electronic (#10) and Architecture / Built Environment (#11).
How many master's courses does Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne offer?
25 master's courses across 8 fields; the largest are engineering & technology (7), natural sciences (7) and computer science & data technology (4).
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Updated 21 October 2026. Courses and fees from Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2027, Times Higher Education 2027, ARWU 2026, QS subject rankings 2026.