University of Zürich

University of Zürich (UZH) is a public research university located in the city of Zürich, Switzerland. It is the largest university in Switzerland, with its 27,000 enrolled students.

The University of Zürich (UZH) was founded in 1833 from the existing colleges of theology, law, and medicine, which date back to 1525, and a new faculty of philosophy.The UZH offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across seven faculties. The UZH is a leading research university, with a strong focus on interdisciplinary collaboration.

The UZH offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, across seven faculties: Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Economics and Informatics, Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Medicine, Animal Medicine, Law and Legislation, Theology and Religions

The UZH is a leading research university, with a strong focus on interdisciplinary collaboration. It is home to a number of National Centers of Competence in Research (NCCRs) and University Research Priority Programs (URPPs).

The UZH offers a vibrant and diverse student life, with a wide range of clubs and societies to choose from. Students can also take advantage of the university's many sports and cultural facilities.

Albert Einstein was an alumni of this institute.

Based on the QS World University Rankings of 2025, University of Zürich is positioned as the #109 top university in the world, which makes it the #3 top university in Switzerland. The university's global rank decreased by 18 points from last year.