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Université de Genève

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Overview

Université de Genève (University of Geneva, Universität Genf) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Geneva, Switzerland. Founded in 1835, Université de Genève (UNIGE) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation. UNIGE provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 191-year-old Swiss higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply. UNIGE also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Université de Genève's Control Typepublic

Entity

Université de Genève's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Université de Genève' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Université de Genève's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Geneva
Name (Non Latin) Universität Genf
Acronym UNIGE
Founded 1835 Origins date back to 1559 as Academia Genevensis - Calvino
Motto Post tenebras lux
Light after darkness
Colours Pink
Mascot
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Location

Address 24, Rue du Général-Dufour
Geneva
1211 Geneva
Switzerland
Université de Genève's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Université de Genève Phone Number (22) 379 7111
Université de Genève Fax Number (22) 379 1134
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Website

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Recognition and Accreditation

Université de Genève's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Université de Genève is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1835


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Université de Genève's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Université de Genève you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Université de Genève Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Université de Genève is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Université de Genève's academic range and degree level offering.



Université de Genève: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Université de Genève Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Université de Genève Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Université de Genève categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Université de Genève.



Université de Genève: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Université de Genève Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Université de Genève website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Université de Genève Admission Info


Université de Genève's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Université de Genève is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Université de Genève's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Université de Genève has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Université de Genève 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Université de Genève's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Geneva has more than 7600 international students.


Université de Genève's Admission Office Admission Office

24 rue Général Dufour
Genève 1211
(22) 379 76 07


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Size and Profile

Université de Genève Size and Profile


Université de Genève's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Université de Genève has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Université de Genève's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Université de Genève's academic staff ranges from 3,000 to 3,499 members.


Université de Genève's Control Type Control Type

Université de Genève is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Université de Genève's Entity Type Entity Type

Université de Genève is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Université de Genève's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Université de Genève's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Université de Genève's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Université de Genève adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Université de Genève's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Université de Genève is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Université de Genève Facilities


Université de Genève's Library University Library

Yes Visit Université de Genève's Library


Université de Genève's Housing University Housing

Yes


Université de Genève's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Université de Genève's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes

Université de Genève Services


Université de Genève's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Université de Genève's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Université de Genève's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Université de Genève's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Université de Genève's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Université de Genève Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Université de Genève consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Sciences
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Humanities
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Geneva School of Economy and Management
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Protestant Theology
  • Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences
  • Faculty of Translation and Interpretation

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Memberships and Affiliations

Université de Genève Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Université de Genève's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • League of European Research Universities (LERU)
  • Coimbra Group
  • International Forum of Public Universities (IFPU)
  • 4EU+ Alliance


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Université de Genève public or private?

Université de Genève is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Université de Genève profit or non-profit?

Université de Genève is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Université de Genève in terms of enrollment?

Université de Genève has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Université de Genève in terms of academic staff?

Université de Genève's academic staff ranges from 3,000 to 3,499 members.

Is Université de Genève a coeducational institution?

Université de Genève is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Université de Genève use?

Université de Genève adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Université de Genève affiliated with?

None.

Does Université de Genève admit international students?

Yes. University of Geneva has more than 7600 international students.

What is Université de Genève's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Université de Genève 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Université de Genève UNIGE?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Université de Genève UNIGE located?

Université de Genève is located in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland. Address: 24, Rue du Général-Dufour.

Is Université de Genève UNIGE accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Université de Genève is accredited by Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation (since 1835).

Does Université de Genève offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Université de Genève offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Université de Genève have a university library?

Yes

Does Université de Genève provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Université de Genève have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Université de Genève offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Université de Genève offer career services?

Yes

Does Université de Genève offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Université de Genève have an institutional hospital?

Yes

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