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Established :
1559
University Type and Campus :
Urban
The University of Geneva (French: Université de Genève) is a public research university located in Geneva, Switzerland. It was founded in 1559 by John Calvin as a theological seminary and law school. It remained focused on theology until the 17th century, when it became a center for Enlightenment scholarship. In 1873, it dropped its religious affiliations and became officially secular. Today, the university is the second-largest university in Switzerland by number of students. In 2009, the University of Geneva celebrated the 450th anniversary of its founding. At least 40% of the students come from foreign countries.
Quick facts
Motto: Light after darkness
Endowment: N/A
Administrative staff: approx. 5.600
Students: 14,489
Undergraduates: N/A
Postgraduates: N/A
39 : 61
Gender ratio (in %)
International students
Students : Staff ratio