Rankings
How every major ranking places ETH Zurich. 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 | 14 | $5,314 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 9 | $5,314 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 5 | $5,314 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 4 | $5,314 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 3 | $5,314 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 2 | $5,314 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 1 | $5,314 | See → |
| Business & management | 1 | $5,314 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 1 | $5,314 | See → |
| Social sciences | 1 | $5,314 | See → |
Costs and entry
Jobs after studying at ETH Zurich
The job market for ETH Zurich's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Switzerland.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at ETH Zurich 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 ETH Zurich ranked?
ETH Zurich is ranked #8 by QS (2027), #12 by Times Higher Education (2027) and #19 by ARWU (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Earth & Marine Sciences (#1) and Geology (#1).
How many master's courses does ETH Zurich offer?
41 master's courses across 10 fields; the largest are engineering & technology (14), natural sciences (9) and computer science & data technology (5).
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Updated 21 October 2026. Courses and fees from ETH Zurich'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.