University of Lausanne
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Institution Info
- Founded
- 1537
- Type
- 4-Year University
- Students
- 16,908 students
- Website
- https://www.unil.ch/
About
Rankings
| Source | Year | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| QS | 2026 | QS #212 · Ranked | 54.60 |
| THE | 2026 | THE #125 · Top 200 | 63.74 |
| UNIRANKS | 2026 | UniRanks #142 · Top 200 | 90.93 |
| ARWU | 2025 | ARWU #101 · Top 200 | — |
Research Output via OpenAlex
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Motto
"Le savoir vivant"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Lausanne's global ranking?
University of Lausanne is ranked #142 globally according to the UniRanks aggregated ranking. Within Switzerland, it holds the #6 position.
When was University of Lausanne founded?
University of Lausanne was founded in 1537, making it 489 years old. It is one of the oldest institutions in Switzerland.
How many students attend University of Lausanne?
University of Lausanne has a student body of approximately 16,908 students.
What is University of Lausanne's research output?
University of Lausanne has produced 99,862 research publications with 9,062,553 total citations and an h-index of 924, according to OpenAlex data.