University of Geneva

University of Geneva translates into French as Université de Genève and is located in Geneva, Genève, Switzerland. Its acronym is UNIGE. It has over 14,000 students earning credits in fields including Administration, Astronomy, English, History, Law, Physics, Politics, Religion, and Sociology.

The school was founded by John Calvin in 1559 and was a law school and theological seminary. In 1873, it became a secular university. As the second-largest college found in Switzerland, it is most well-known for its research and academic programs dealing with international relations. 

The University of Geneva has played an important role in the history of Switzerland and the world. It has produced many notable alumni, including philosophers, writers, scientists, and politicians. The University of Geneva continues to be a center for excellence in education and research.

Based on the QS World University Rankings of 2024, University of Geneva is positioned as the #128 top university in the world, which makes it the #6 top university in Switzerland. The university's global rank decreased by 3 points from last year.