Life & Biomedical SciencesStudy in Switzerland
Elite universities, world-famous hospitality schools and unmatched quality of life.
- Indicative tuition
- CHF 1,500–CHF 40,000 per year (public vs. private)
- Post-study work
- 6 months
- Student route
- Student residence permit
About Switzerland
Switzerland is home to some of the world's highest-ranked universities, ETH Zurich and EPFL, as well as globally renowned hospitality and business schools, all set in one of the safest, most prosperous countries on earth.
Programmes are offered in English, German, French and Italian depending on the region, with a strong emphasis on research, precision and industry collaboration.
Popular student cities
- Zurich
- Lausanne
- Geneva
- Lucerne
Switzerland student visa: key facts
The main student route to Switzerland is the Student residence permit. Here's what international students should know.
- Visa type
- National (D) visa + cantonal residence permit for study
- Work during study
- Up to 15 hours per week (usually after the first 6 months)
- Post-study work
- Six months to find graduate-level work after finishing
- Language
- English, German, French or Italian, depending on the programme
- Proof of funds
- Evidence of sufficient funds for tuition and living costs
Visa and immigration rules change regularly and depend on your nationality, course and circumstances. The above is a general guide for international students; your Tutopiya counsellor confirms the current requirements before you apply.
Why choose Switzerland?
Elite universities
ETH Zurich and EPFL rank among the very best in the world for science and technology.
Hospitality capital
The birthplace of modern hospitality education and top business schools.
Quality of life
Safe, clean and prosperous, with stunning scenery and central European access.
Research & industry
Deep links to pharma, finance and engineering multinationals.
Courses in Switzerland
Programmes we place students into, with entry requirements, intakes and indicative fees.
Life & Biomedical Sciences
Computer Science & ITMSc Computer Science
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
- Location
- Lausanne, Switzerland
- Indicative tuition
- CHF 4,380 / year
Computer Science & IT
Data Science & AIMSc Data Science
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
- Location
- Lausanne, Switzerland
- Indicative tuition
- CHF 4,380 / year
Data Science & AI
EngineeringMSc Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
ETH Zurich
- Location
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Indicative tuition
- CHF 4,380 / year
Universities in Switzerland
Scholarships for Switzerland
Browse all Switzerland scholarships- Partial funding
EPFL Excellence Fellowships
A grant of roughly CHF 10,000 to CHF 16,000 a year towards living costs during the master's
- Full funding
Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme
A grant covering living and study costs of around CHF 13,000 per semester plus a full tuition waiver
- Partial funding
Franklin University Switzerland Merit Scholarships
CHF 3,000 to CHF 21,500 a year for international students, renewable for up to seven semesters
- Partial funding
University of Geneva Excellence Master Fellowships
A grant of CHF 10,000 to CHF 15,000 a year, with no teaching duties, for the standard duration of the master's
- Varies funding
Geneva Graduate Institute Master's Scholarships
Full or partial awards up to CHF 20,000, sometimes with a tuition reduction on top
- Varies funding
IMD MBA Scholarships
CHF 30,000 to CHF 85,000 depending on the award, against the one-year MBA fee
- Full funding
Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships
Monthly stipend of around CHF 1,920, tuition waivers at most institutions, health insurance and housing support
- Partial funding
UNIL Master's Grants
CHF 1,600 a month for ten months a year for the full length of the master's, plus guaranteed student housing
- Partial funding
University of St. Gallen Excellence Scholarships
Tuition support of up to 100% for the standard duration of the degree; living costs are not included
- Partial funding
USI Master's Scholarships
Merit-based tuition reductions and grants, varying by faculty and scheme
Counselling to enrolment
How we place you in Switzerland
Three simple steps, covered by one flat SGD 50.
- 1
Counselling & matching
A dedicated counsellor gets to know your grades, budget and goals, then maps out the strongest route into your chosen programme.
- 2
Application support
We prepare your application with you, personal statement, documents and references, and submit it to the university on the right timeline.
- 3
Placement & enrolment
From offer letter to enrolment and visa paperwork, we guide you through every step until you are confirmed and ready to start.
SGD 50 in total. Charged as 2 monthly instalments of SGD 25. That covers counselling, your application and guidance right through to your offer. University tuition is separate and paid directly to the university.
Ready to study in Switzerland?
Answer a few quick questions to see where you stand. Subscribe and a counsellor calls within 24 hours to map your route, shortlist universities and start your application.
SGD 50 in total, charged as 2 monthly instalments of SGD 25. University tuition is separate and paid directly to the university.
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Studying in Switzerland: your questions, answered
What visa do I need to study in Switzerland?
The main student route is the Student residence permit. Visa type: National (D) visa + cantonal residence permit for study. Work during study: Up to 15 hours per week (usually after the first 6 months). Post-study work: Six months to find graduate-level work after finishing. Language: English, German, French or Italian, depending on the programme. Proof of funds: Evidence of sufficient funds for tuition and living costs. Visa and immigration rules change regularly and depend on your nationality, course and circumstances, so your Tutopiya counsellor confirms the current requirements before you apply.
How much does it cost to study in Switzerland?
International tuition typically falls in the range of CHF 1,500–CHF 40,000 per year (public vs. private), and living costs vary by city. Tutopiya's counselling, application and enrolment support is free, so the only cost you take on is the university's own fees.
What does the placement service cost?
A flat SGD 50, billed as two monthly instalments of SGD 25. That covers everything: counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer. There are no hidden extras, no agent fees and no commission on your tuition, because our counselling is funded by our university partners, the SGD 50 only covers administration. Separately, you pay the university’s own tuition or semester fees directly to the university after you accept your offer.
What exactly do you help with?
Everything from start to finish: understanding your options, shortlisting the right programme, preparing your application and personal statement, submitting to the university, and guiding you through the offer, enrolment and visa paperwork, all with a dedicated counsellor.
Which universities can you place me into?
We place students into a range of UK and international universities, and we shortlist the best-fit options for your grades, budget and goals rather than pushing a single school. On some pages we run dedicated SGD 50 placement drives for a specific partner university, and we are always adding more partners. Tell us your goals and your counsellor will map out your options.
Do I need my final results before I apply?
No. We work from predicted grades, so you can start the process well before results day and secure a conditional offer. Once your final grades are in, we help you confirm your place.
What qualifications do you accept?
We place students from IGCSE / O-Level, A-Levels (Cambridge and Edexcel), the IB Diploma, foundation and diploma programmes, and national curricula such as CBSE and ICSE. If your grades are not quite there for direct entry, we advise on an international foundation year.
How soon will someone contact me?
A Tutopiya counsellor calls you within 24 hours of you subscribing. Before that, our guided assistant is free to use and shows you where you stand — your readiness, the destinations that fit your budget, and what to prepare next — so you can judge the service before you pay for it.