Universities of Switzerland
Universities in Switzerland | Swiss Universities | Higher Education
Switzerland has one of the most prestigious higher education systems in Europe. Swiss Universities are featured in the QS World University Rankings 2016-2017 and are ranked among the world's TOP-300.
ETH Zurich – Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and EPFL – ÉcoEPFLle Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne are ranked among the TOP-15 Universities in the world. This is even more impressive considering that Switzerland's total population is only 8.4 million – about the same as the U.S. state of Virginia.
Swiss educational institutions are set against breathtaking, postcard-worthy landscapes and some of the world's most famous landmarks. The country is particularly renowned for its stunning Alpine mountains and dazzling lakes.
With four official languages, Switzerland is a true European 'melting pot' and consistently ranks among the world's leaders in quality of life.
In addition to their strong presence in international rankings, Swiss Universities are considered truly global in terms of their student and academic communities. Four out of the eight ranked Swiss universities are among the world's TOP-65 for the number of international students and faculty members.
The Swiss education system reflects the country’s federal structure. Responsibility for education is shared equally among the Confederation, cantons, and municipalities.
There are two types of higher education institutions in Switzerland:
Switzerland is home to the following universities:
While most Bachelor’s Degrees in Switzerland are taught in one of the country’s official languages—German, French, or Italian—many Master’s Degrees are available in English, as an increasing number of Master's and PhD programs are designed for international students.
According to statistics, more than 49,000 international students chose to study in Switzerland in 2009, making up 21% of the global student population!
By choosing Switzerland as the place to pursue your degree, you are undoubtedly making one of the most significant decisions of your life!
Switzerland has one of the most prestigious higher education systems in Europe. Swiss Universities are featured in the QS World University Rankings 2016-2017 and are ranked among the world's TOP-300.
ETH Zurich – Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and EPFL – ÉcoEPFLle Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne are ranked among the TOP-15 Universities in the world. This is even more impressive considering that Switzerland's total population is only 8.4 million – about the same as the U.S. state of Virginia.
Swiss educational institutions are set against breathtaking, postcard-worthy landscapes and some of the world's most famous landmarks. The country is particularly renowned for its stunning Alpine mountains and dazzling lakes.
With four official languages, Switzerland is a true European 'melting pot' and consistently ranks among the world's leaders in quality of life.
In addition to their strong presence in international rankings, Swiss Universities are considered truly global in terms of their student and academic communities. Four out of the eight ranked Swiss universities are among the world's TOP-65 for the number of international students and faculty members.
The Swiss education system reflects the country’s federal structure. Responsibility for education is shared equally among the Confederation, cantons, and municipalities.
There are two types of higher education institutions in Switzerland:
- Traditional universities, including cantonal universities and federal institutes of technology, which focus on fundamental research.
- Universities of applied sciences, where education is based on practical and applied research.
Switzerland is home to the following universities:
- 12 recognized traditional universities,
- 10 cantonal universities,
- 2 federal institutes of technology,
- 8 universities of applied sciences,
- 15 universities specializing in teacher education and other higher education institutions funded by the Swiss Confederation.
While most Bachelor’s Degrees in Switzerland are taught in one of the country’s official languages—German, French, or Italian—many Master’s Degrees are available in English, as an increasing number of Master's and PhD programs are designed for international students.
According to statistics, more than 49,000 international students chose to study in Switzerland in 2009, making up 21% of the global student population!
By choosing Switzerland as the place to pursue your degree, you are undoubtedly making one of the most significant decisions of your life!