Switzerland's public higher education system is jointly overseen by its federal government and individual cantons. Aside from some private colleges and specialized public colleges in applied science or teacher education, Switzerland's official university system encompasses 10 cantonal universities and two federal Institutes of Technology.
University of Basel
Switzerland's oldest university, this school has an enrollment of about 11,000 students, offering degrees in an array of traditional studies with special emphasis on culture and life science. It is ranked as one of the top 100 universities in the world.
University of Basel
Petersplatz 1
CH-4003 Basel, Switzerland
+011-41-61-267-31-11
unibas.ch
University of Lausanne
With an enrollment exceeding 11,000, this college offers undergraduate and graduate degrees with an emphasis on research, theology, science, economics, and law. The school is housed on three campuses, the largest situated on the banks of Lake Geneva.
University of Lausanne
Unicentre
CH-1015 Lausanne, Switzerland
+011-41-21-692-11-11
unil.ch
University of Geneva
Founded by theologian John Calvin, this school enrolls more than 13,000 students and offers more than 300 types of degrees. Fields of study include medicine, economics, psychology and law. With international students comprising one-third of the enrollment, this school emphasizes a globalized educational approach.
University of Geneva
Bd du Pont-d'Arve 40
CH-1211 Geneva 4, Switzerland
+011-41-22-379-80-82
unige.ch
University of Berne
With more than 14,000 students, this school offers many undergraduate and graduate degrees in fields ranging from social sciences to veterinary medicine. It is also known for its research in such fields as climate change and international trade.
University of Berne
Hochschulstrasse 4
CH-3012 Berne, Switzerland
+011-41-31-631-81-11
unibe.ch
University of Lucerne
The youngest university in the system, this school is also one of the smallest, with an enrollment of under 2,500 and only three main fields of study (theology, law, and cultural/social sciences). Degrees range from bachelors to doctorates, and the school's size affords students a more personalized educational experience.
University of Lucerne
Pfistergasse 20
6003 Lucerne, Switzerland
+011-41-41-228-55-10
unilu.ch
University of Fribourg
While most of Switzerland's schools speak either French or German, this school of 10,000 students offers programs in both languages, and some master's programs are taught in English. Degrees from bachelors to doctorates are available in arts, theology, economics, law and science.
University of Fribourg
Mercy 4062, 4061A / B
Av. de l'Europe 20
CH-1700 Fribourg, Switzerland
+011-41-26-300-70-14
unifr.ch
University of Neuchatel
With an enrollment of 4,000, this school offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in schools of theology, law, economics, science and the humanities. The school stands out for its anthropology and biology programs, and for its low teacher/student ratio.
University of Neuchatel
Avenue du 1er-Mars 26
2000 Neuchâtel, Switzerland
+011-41-32-718-10-00
unine.ch
University of St. Gallen
Hosting about 6000 students, this university began as a business academy and remains highly reputable in that field. Additionally, undergraduate and graduate degrees are offered in economics, social sciences and law. Primarily German-speaking, it offers several masters programs in English also.
University of St. Gallen
Dufourstrasse 50
CH-9000 St.Gallen, Switzerland
+011-41-71-224-21-11
unisg.ch
Universita della Svizzera Italiana (Lugano)
Also called the University of Lugano, this school near the Italian border offers courses in Italian and English, as opposed to German or French. Degrees from bachelors to doctorates are offered in economics, informatics, communication science and architecture. Enrollment is approximately 2,700.
Universita della Svizzera Italiana (Lugano)
Via Giuseppe Buffi 13
CH-6904 Lugano, Switzerland
+011-41-58-666-40-00
usi.ch
University of Zurich
At 24,000 students, this is Switzerland's largest university, also offering the broadest range of degree programs. Undergraduate and graduate degrees are offered in theology, law, medicine and more. Especially strong in science, this is one of Europe's leading research universities.
University of Zurich
Rämistrasse 71
CH-8006 Zürich, Switzerland
+011-41-44-634-11-11
uzh.ch
Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH)
Also known as ETH Zurich, this school of over 15,000 is recognized as one of the world's best universities. Degrees from bachelors to doctorates are offered with emphases on the sciences, mathematics and technology.
Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich)
Rämistrasse 101
8092 Zurich, Switzerland
+011-41-44-632-11-11
ethz.ch
Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
This technological institute hosts more than 10,000 students and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in science, technology, architecture, engineering and more. Emphases are on research, and interdisciplinary approach, and an international reach.
Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
1015 Lausanne, Switzerland
+011-41-21-693-11-11
epfl.ch
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