University of Geneva

24 rue du Général-Dufour Geneva,

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QS Global World Ranking

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Status

Public

Research Output

Very High

Total Students

17,744

Scholarships

Yes

Academic Faculty Staff

1,814

International Students

6,547

Overview

ABOUT

Originally founded as a theological seminary and law school in 1959, the University of Geneva is considered to be one of the best 100 universities in the world. The third-largest university in Switzerland in terms of student numbers, it has a sizeable international population. Almost 40% of the university’s students come from abroad. The university is located in several buildings across Geneva as well as the nearby city of Carouge, with lectures given in six different locations.

Total students - 17,744

PG students

UG students

International students - 6,547

38%

UG students

62%

PG students

Total faculty staff - 1,814

1083

International staff

731

Domestic staff

Total students - 17,744

International students - 6,547

UG students

38%

PG students

62%

Total faculty staff - 1,814

Domestic staff

731

International staff

1083

Scholarships

Offered

Yes

The Scholarships above offer some form of financial aid to prospective students. Please always check the specific requirements and restrictions on scholarship availability.

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