How prestigious is Polytechnique?

General rankings In international rankings, the École Polytechnique is ranked 61st worldwide by the QS World University Rankings 2021, and 93rd worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020.

Is it easy to get into Ecole Polytechnique?

It’s definitely not easy. Especially the math courses. French are known for their math skills, and that is for a reason. Before joining École Polytechnique (or any other engineering school in France) students undergo a very tough and intensive 2-year preparation course (called ‘prépa’) for the admission exams.

Does École Polytechnique teach in English?

This highly selective and multidisciplinary program is taught entirely in English. The Bachelor of Science is an intense program leading to a double major that allows students to develop strong knowledge and skills in either discipline.

How do I get into Ecole Polytechnique?

Applicants must have completed at least 2 years of undergraduate studies in Science. Applicants can apply to Ecole Polytechnique at the end of their 2nd or during their 3rd year of undergraduate studies in Science or Engineering in their universities.

Is Ecole Polytechnique a military school?

Originally under the direction of the Ministry of the Interior, it was transformed into a military school by Napoleon (1804). In the past, most graduates became technical officers in the military forces; today most go into government service or business.

Is Ecole Polytechnique a good university?

École Polytechnique is ranked 61 in QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities and has an overall score of 4.5 stars, according to student reviews on Studyportals, the best place to find out how students rate their study and living experience at universities from all over the world.

Is Ecole Polytechnique free?

Free Online Programs Open to All Today, about thirty courses (including ten in English) are available for students from all over the world on the Coursera and Fun Mooc platforms. The courses are taught by professors from École polytechnique, and filmed in our studio for high quality video and sound.

Is EPFL hard to get into?

The undergraduate program is set up such that it is easy to get in, but difficult to graduate. If you have completed the final year of the Swiss high school (academic stream), then you can enter any of the Bachelor degrees of your choice.

Why is Ecole Polytechnique called L X?

The letter “X” has been another name for École Polytechnique since the mid-19th century, originating from the crossed can- nons in its insignia.

Is Ecole Polytechnique part of Paris Saclay?

The École Polytechnique research center is located at the heart of the Paris-Saclay campus and is ranked among the top eight competitiveness clusters in the world by the magazine published by former students of the renowned Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

How prestigious is EPFL?

EPFL is one of the most prestigious schools in Europe in the fields of engineering, technology and computer science, according to the Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities. In 2011, it was in second place among European universities, behind Cambridge University (UK).