Switzerland Student Visa

Students who opt to study in Switzerland can choose to do courses form the many universities here or opt for vocational training. Universities here offer courses ranging from general education to applied sciences. There are many technical schools here that offer vocational training and offer certificates and diplomas.

Switzerland has a combination of state-funded institutes and private universities. Both offer a range of courses.

Eligibility requirements

• For a bachelor’s level course, a Swiss maturity certificate or a university qualifying secondary education certificate if you are applying from outside. This must be recognized by the university you are applying for
• For master’s program a bachelor’s degree is required
• Proficiency in the language of instruction which is usually English
• Some universities may ask for a TOEFL certificate

Switzerland Study Visa Requirements

Non-EU nationals require a student visa to study here. The documents required include:

• Valid passport
• Proof of having the required financial resources to cover your living expenses during your course of study
• Health insurance policy that also covers accidents
• Study plan which describes the general purpose of your studies
• Certificate of acceptance from the educational institution in Switzerland
• Details of tuition fee payments or any scholarships
• Confirmation that you will leave Switzerland once you finish your studies

Tuition Fees and scholarships

The tuition fee in Switzerland is comparatively lower compared to other European countries. Apart from this there are various scholarships available to students.

The Swiss government provides major support to public universities. As a result, tuition costs are less expensive than those levied by colleges in the United Kingdom and the United States. International students participating in an exchange program in Switzerland do not have to pay a tuition charge.

The following are the average tuition fees at Swiss public universities:

The tuition expenses at Swiss private universities are usually higher.

Working while you study

You can work on a student visa during your studies. The hours you can work depends on your visa/permit and also approval from your university.

Conditions for working

International students can work up to 15 hours per week.

International students can work up to 100 percent of the time during semester breaks.

Students from outside the EU/EFTA nations are permitted to begin working six months after beginning their degree program

How can Y-Axis help you?

• Provide guidance on the required documentation
• Advice on the funds that need to be shown
• Help in filling out the application forms
• Help in reviewing your documents for the visa application