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University of Zurich

Zürich

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Switzerland
Founded in 1833, the University of Zurich (UZH) ranks as Switzerland’s largest and Europe’s leading higher education institution for life sciences. It is particularly renowned for its strong international academic tradition, excellent research, and vibrant student life. UZH prides itself on having a singular focus on life sciences, offering a wide range of specialist courses and having extensive swapping programs with international universities—unique in Switzerland.

Overall Score: 

58.69

We grade on a curve: 

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

University of Zurich for international students

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

1474

Total Years to Degree

3

Total Tuition Cost ($)

4422

Location

Zurich is Switzerland‘s most populated city, boasting a population of over 400,000 and the country’s largest airport. Located on the shores of Lake Zurich, and with the A3 and A1 motorways running through it, Zurich is a major transport hub in the heart of Europe. It is also home to spectacular sites such as the Altstadt (Old Town) and Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world’s most exclusive and stylish shopping streets.

Overall Scores

Academics

74.63

Happiness

72.4

Costs

29.03

Overall Grade

58.69

1. Academics

Rank:

82

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

13.7

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better). 

Number of English Taught Programs:

17

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take. 

Total Academic Score:

74.63

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

96.7

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

22

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

60.23

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad? 

Total Happiness Score:

72.4

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

0.7

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living. 

Rent Index Percentile:

4.3

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

4422

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

29.03

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

58.69

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

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