All public universities in Switzerland are free for Swiss and EU/EFTA citizens. This means that you will not have to pay tuition fees to study at these universities. However, you will still need to pay other costs, such as living expenses, health insurance, and administrative fees.
Public Universities in Switzerland
Here are some examples of public universities in Switzerland:
- University of Zurich: https://www.uzh.ch/en.html
- ETH Zurich: https://www.ethz.ch/en.html
- University of Bern: https://www.unibe.ch/index_e.html
- University of Geneva: https://www.unige.ch/en/
- EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne): https://www.epfl.ch/
Costs of Studying in Switzerland
While tuition is free for Swiss and EU/EFTA citizens, you will still need to budget for other expenses:
- Living expenses: This includes accommodation, food, transportation, and entertainment.
- Health insurance: All students in Switzerland must have mandatory health insurance.
- Administrative fees: There may be some administrative fees associated with your studies.
Non-EU/EFTA Citizens
If you are not a Swiss or EU/EFTA citizen, you will need to pay tuition fees at public universities in Switzerland. However, some universities offer scholarships and financial aid to international students.
Note: This information is subject to change, so it is always best to check with the specific university for the most up-to-date information.
