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Destination
Study in Switzerland
Academic excellence, a French-speaking federal institute of technology and almost free tuition.
Advantages
- Excellence in humanities, arts, hospitality, economics and engineering
- A federal institute of technology in the French-speaking region (EPFL, Lausanne)
- French is an official language
- Study in French, English or German
- Very low tuition fees at public universities
Points to consider
- High cost of living
- Visa takes about 3 months, plan ahead
- Medicine closed to international students
- Large blocked account
Admission tests
No common test: depends on the university and programme.
Calendar
No common deadline. For students who need a visa: usually before mid-February.
Procedure
Direct application on the universities' websites. The application can start before the baccalaureate.
Popular programmes
- Hospitality and hotel management
- Bachelor's in business
- Master's in finance
- Institutes of technology
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply before the baccalaureate?
Yes, many Swiss institutions accept admission conditional on passing the baccalaureate.
Is Switzerland expensive for students?
The cost of living is high, but public university fees remain moderate. Plan a significant housing budget.
Are Swiss hospitality schools recognised?
Yes, they are among the most renowned in the world and offer company internships during the programme.
Your plans to study in Switzerland
An advisor will contact you for a free first guidance consultation.