QS Rank:

2026

EPFL

Switzerland

Overview

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Ranking

#2026

QS World University Rankings

Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include Cell biology, Developmental biology, Biochemistry & biophysics, Molecular genetics, Cancer research, Microbiology, Host-pathogen interactions, Immunology, Systems biology, Computational biology, Human genetics, Stem cells, Metabolism.

At least 3 / 4.0 undergraduate GPA is expected.

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

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Goal Statement
Master SOP
Resume
Degree Certificate
Personal Statement
General LOR

Application Deadlines

	Round 1	Round 2
Fall	Apr 15, 2026	N/A
Spring	N/A	Nov 1, 2026

Fees and Funding

There is no application fee and no tuition fees for PhD students. International applicants pay an enrollment registration fee of CHF 150 (for foreign Master degree holders) and a CHF 1,500 doctoral tax at completion. Most doctoral candidates are employed and paid as doctoral assistants; salaries are competitive.