Is EPFL accredited?

Since 1998, the master programs (curricula) of the EPFL have been regularly accredited by the French Commission des titres d’ingénieur (CTI). On a voluntary basis, EPFL has submitted to the CTI a request for re-accreditation of 14 programmes and the accreditation of 5 new programmes (having already delivered degrees).

Where is EPFL?

Switzerland
Located in Switzerland, EPFL is one of Europe’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan science and technology institutions.

How many international students are there in EPFL?

More than 125 nationalities are present on campus with 48% of the student population being foreign nationals.

Can I transfer EPFL?

Program transfer at the beginning of the first year Until the end of the second week of the first attempt at the first year, students may transfer freely to another program. They only need to request the transfer within the Academic Reregistration Form or through the Student Services Desk.

What is EPFL famous for?

EPFL claims to be “Europe’s most cosmopolitan technical university” – and it has some foundation for this. In the QS World University Rankings 2021, it ranks 12th in the world for the international diversity of its students and 15th for the international diversity of its academic staff.

Does EPFL accept international students?

International opportunities Every year, EPFL welcomes students from all over the world. This offers you the possibility to join the School as part of a university exchange semester or year, for your Master’s thesis or other lab projects, or as part of a double diploma or a joint degree.

How difficult is it to get into EPFL?

Specific requirements for EPFL students To be admitted in the MTE master, EPFL students will need to have a minimum average grade of 4.5 (average grade over the entire Bachelor’s).

Is EPFL only in French?

At EPFL, French is thus the official language for legal texts and decisions. Depending on the level of studies, courses are given in French and/or English (see below).

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