New Master students
Pre-arrival assistance and administrative tips
3 key dates for your academic start 2026
Matriculation
Students with a foreign diploma: matriculation days will take place on Tuesday 1st, Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd of September 2026 between 9:00 and 12:00. Registration for a time slot mandatory. Further details regarding this event will be communicated by email at early September. Students with a Swiss diploma: uploading the diploma via the form Prerequisites for matriculation is sufficient.
Welcome Day
Friday 4th September 2026. The mandatory Welcome Day allows you to explore the campus and learn more about EPFL. Further details regarding this event will be communicated later on.
Start of classes
Classes start on Monday 7th September 2026. Check your timetable online.
Your first academic obligations on the IS-Academia portal
Personal details
At the start of each semester, you are required to validate your personal and academic details in the Academic Registration Form, using the “FRAC” tab.
Enrolment certificate
Once you have validated your personal details, and after we have received your payment for semester fees, your enrolment certificate will be available in the “personal details” tab.
Course registration
At the beginning of the semester you will have to indicate the courses/projects that you follow on the “Course Registration” tab. An email will notify you as soon as registrations open. Registration deadline for the Autumn semester: 18th September 2026.
Prepare for your arrival
The challenge of integration
Tips and information for a smooth adaptation
Intensive French course (on-campus)
2 weeks of intensive French classes before the start of the academic year. Dates: from 17 to 28 August 2026. Registration: from 26 May to 12 July 2026.
Administrative information
EPFL account
After your admission has been confirmed, you will receive your GASPAR account (EPFL username and password) during the summer. It enables you to access secured EPFL services, such as your personal mailbox, the Moodle platform, etc. Find out more at “Resources for students“.
Student card
You will receive your student card, called CAMIPRO card, either by post (Swiss diploma) or on matriculation days (foreign diploma). This card must be updated every semester in a CAMIPRO terminal. It allows you to enjoy various services and advantages.
Rules and study plans
Rulebooks and study plans by section can be found on our website. You may also find legal documents related to study regulations at EPFL on the Polylex portal.
Adjusting to university life
Keys to success
keys to maximize your chances of success!
Trust Point
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Contact
Student Services Desk
+41 21 693 43 45
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Station 16
CH – 1015 Lausanne