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Universities in Switzerland

Updated on Aug 13, 2025

Looking to study in Switzerland as an international student? The country's universities offer a range of English-taught Bachelor's and Master's programmes, alongside world-ranked research and degrees in fields from business and law to science and engineering. Browse the Swiss universities below, with their history, specialisms and what they offer international students.

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University of Bern

Founded in 1834, the University of Bern has been serving the Swiss capital for over 180 years. Rather than a cohesive campus, the university is the ci... show more

Bern

University of Basel

The University of Basel is the oldest university in Switzerland, founded officially by the pope in 1460. Specialising in the arts, medicine and scienc... show more

Basel

University of Fribourg

Founded after the disbanding of a former Jesuit college, the University of Fribourg sits at the heart of the old city. Home to 10.000 students, it is ... show more

Fribourg

University of Geneva

John Calvin, the famous religious thinker founded the University of Geneva in 1559, and since then the university has prided itself on its free thinki... show more

Geneva

University of Lausanne

Forming a vast campus on the shores of lake Geneva, the University of Lausanne imposes itself as one of the oldest and largest in Switzerland. The uni... show more

Lausanne

University of Neuchâtel

The University of Neuchâtel has 4.000 students and offers high quality courses in French and English. The university was founded in 1866 after the pre... show more

Neuchatel

University of St. Gallen

Specialising in business, economics, law and international affairs, the University of St. Gallen is well known for its English-speaking courses and la... show more

St. Gallen

Università della Svizzera italiana

Situated in the picturesque Ticino region, the Università della Svizzera italiana was established to give higher education to Switzerland’s Italian sp... show more

Lugano, Mendrisio

University of Zurich

Imposing itself on the city skyline, the University of Zurich is famed for its research output and diversity of courses. It features regularly in The ... show more

Zurich

EPFL

Specializing in natural sciences and engineering, EPFL prides itself on its research, ranking 14th best in the world in 2020. The institute is one of ... show more

Lausanne

ETH Zurich

Home to 22.000 students, ETH Zurich was founded in 1854 to nurture the best Swiss and expat talent. Attached to the University of Zurich, courses spec... show more

Zurich

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about universities in Switzerland

A few common questions, answered to help you get a sense of what to expect.

Many Swiss universities offer English-taught programmes, especially at Master's level and some at Bachelor's. Check each university above.

Across the country, in cities including Zurich, Lausanne, Geneva, Basel, Bern, Fribourg, Neuchâtel, St. Gallen and Lugano.

Swiss universities welcome international students, though admission requirements and application steps vary by university and programme.

Switzerland is known for strong universities, with ETH Zurich and EPFL regularly ranking among the best in the world.

Public universities generally charge modest tuition per semester, though fees can be higher for international students and at private institutions. Check each university.

A wide range of fields, from business, law and economics to science, engineering, medicine and the arts.

Often yes at Master's level, while many Bachelor's programmes are taught in a national language. Confirm the language of instruction for your programme.

Generally a recognised secondary qualification and proof of language proficiency, though specific requirements vary, so check with each university.

Deadlines vary by university and intake, so check each institution's admissions pages.

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