BS/MS Admissions in Switzerland
When can I start my studies in Switzerland?
✓December 15 deadline for September start
✓Some programs have February intake
What do I need to get admited?
✓ Bachelor’s: High school + IELTS 7.0
✓ Competitive programs require entrance exams
Is IELTS mandatory for admission?
Not always! Exemptions if you:
✓ Studied in English (submit MOI letter)
✓ Are from an English-speaking country
How much does tuition cost?
🇨🇭 Switzerland Study Costs (2025)
✓ Tuition: Public unis CHF 500–2.5K/year (same for all) | Private CHF 15K–40K – ETH Zurich cheapest elite school!
✓ Living Costs: Rent CHF 600–1.2K + insurance CHF 80–150 – *Geneva/Zürich 50% pricier than Bern!*
✓ Pro Hack: Work 15h/week (all students) – *wages (CHF 20–35/hr) offset costs!*
What financial support is available?
🇨🇭 Switzerland Scholarships (2025)
✓ Top Awards: ETH Excellence (CHF 11K/semester) | Swiss Gov’t (CHF 1.9K/month) | UNIL Master’s Grants.
✓ Local Perks: Cantonal housing aid + SEMP exchanges – some cover 50% of rent!
✓ Pro Tip: Apply by Dec 15 for ETH/EPFL – STEM awards favor women (Nestlé/IMD)!
Is health insurance required?
🇨🇭 Swiss Health Insurance (2025)
✓ Non-EU: Mandatory coverage (*CHF 80–150/month*) via Swisscare – min CHF 30K, no copays!
✓ EU Students: EHIC valid (but no dental) – *top up with liability insurance (CHF 5/month)!*
✓ Pro Hack: Use Comparis.ch to find deals – *student plans from CHF 65/month!*
What is the Key Advise?
🇨🇭 Switzerland Student Life (2025)
✓ Housing Crisis: Apply to WOKO 1+ year early – dorms CHF 500–800 (*private flats CHF 1.2K+ in Zürich!*).
✓ Language Boost: Free migrant courses (A1-B1) – unlocks jobs & local integration (even at ETH!).
✓ Alpine Pass: Half-price GA Travelcard = unlimited trains to Jungfrau/Zermatt!
What is the cost of living?
🇨🇭 Switzerland Student Budget (2025)
✓ Essentials: Rent CHF 500–1.2K (shared) | Food CHF 300–500 | Transport CHF 50 (Halbtax card).
✓ Extras: Insurance CHF 80–150 + fun CHF 100–200 – Zürich 40% pricier than Lausanne!
✓ Savings Hack: Shop at Aldi/Migros + use student discounts for museums/trains!
What are the work opportunities and allowed working hours?
🇨🇭 Switzerland Work Rules (2025)
✓ EU/EEA: 15h/week (no permit) | Non-EU: 15h/week after 6 months – employer handles permit.
✓ Top Jobs: Uni research (CHF 25–40/hr), hospitality (ski resorts), pharma internships (Basel).
✓ Post-Grad: 6-month job-search visa → work permit (quota system) – *German/French = 2× offers!*
What are the minimum visa requirements?
🇨🇭 Switzerland Student Visa (2025)
✓ Essentials: Admission letter, passport, CHF 21K proof, health insurance (CHF 30K–50K), housing contract.
✓ Extras: Visa fee (CHF 50–100), clean criminal record, academic docs – *start 5+ months early!*
✓ Pro Tip: Use Swissblocked.ch for funds proof – bank statements often rejected!
