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Highly motivated and talented students are a distinguishing feature of ETH Zurich. As a renowned educational institution, the university is increasingly sought-after. Student numbers in 2000 were around 11,000; today they are over 21,000.
ETH recruits 35% of its students from abroad. It works to attract the best global talent, particularly at the Master’s and doctoral levels.
Nearly a third of students are female. This number needs to rise. ETH Zurich wishes to see more women studying the natural sciences and engineering in the future.
Ensure the faculty-to-student ratio
The great increase in student numbers also presents challenges for ETH Zurich. ETH professors look after a much larger number of students than do faculty at other leading universities.
The 500 professors are additionally supported by 260 Senior Scientists in their teaching.