Just by choosing to study in Switzerland, you can achieve many of the goals and dreams you’ve set for your future. More than 70,000 non-Swiss citizens choose Switzerland as their study destination yearly, according to Erudera.
Switzerland attracts students from around the world, including African countries like Nigeria. Its globally reputable universities, high-quality, affordable education, and post-study work visa for graduates are among the top-most benefits students stand to gain.
To pursue a degree in Switzerland, you need around fifteen million Naira to start the process. This amount pays part of your tuition fees and covers your living expenses for the initial months after your arrival. However, the application processes are highly competitive for international students. But with expert service, it becomes a whole lot easier, and you won’t face the hurdles by yourself.
DexTravl is a reputable education consultant and travel agency that has helped thousands of Nigerians move to other countries through the study route. Here’s the thing! You don’t have to be in Nigeria or around our office in Ibadan, Oyo State, to hire our expert admission and visa processing services.
We now offer web-based services for Nigerians in diaspora, like those who have moved to the UK or the USA, and are looking to immigrate elsewhere. Hence, you’ll only have to send your passport to us via a trusted delivery service like FedEx.
Why study in Switzerland?
Here are the top reasons why Switzerland remains a great study destination for Nigerians today:
- University tuition fees are affordable in Switzerland. With six million Naira per year, you can enrol in a course at the University of Geneva and still access eligible scholarships.
- You’ll find many world-renowned universities offering English-taught programs when researching institutions based on global rankings in Switzerland. On top of that, renowned schools like the International University in Geneva, the University of Zurich, and ETH Zürich have high acceptance rates.
They accept international students from Nigeria without setting high demands and requirements for them.
- Student part-time jobs in Switzerland come with high wages that allow you to afford a comfortable life.
- Switzerland offers a higher quality of life than some popular countries in Europe, such as Moldova, Albania, and Croatia.
- Graduates of Swiss universities can apply for a post-study work visa after graduation. This visa lets you extend your stay in Switzerland for up to six months while seeking employment.
- Your Swiss Type-D Visa for study allows you to enter countries in the Schengen Area without additional application.
- The Swiss job market has a high demand for skilled professionals. Just so you know what this means with your newly earned degree.
Average cost of studying and living in Switzerland
- Tuition fees: range from CHF 1,500 to CHF 8,000 per academic year, depending on the school and program.
- Rent or on-campus accommodation: CHF 500 to CHF 3.000, depending on your preference and the housing location.
- Food and groceries: range from CHF 400 to CHF 600, depending on your lifestyle.
- Health insurance: range from CHF 60 to CHF 450, depending on the insurance provider and the selected plan.
- Public transit: CHF 80 per month.
- Telephone plan: CHF 15 per month.
Remember to convert to today’s exchange rate.
Applying for admission to a Swiss university
To study at any university in Switzerland, you’ll have to apply to the institution of your choice. Check out the list of the main documents required below:
- A signed copy of your application form to a university in Switzerland.
- Two passport photographs of you.
- Copy of your ID or identity document.
- Academic transcripts from each higher education institution you’ve attended before.
- High school diploma, Bachelor’s diploma, or Master’s degree, depending on the degree you want to pursue in Switzerland.
- A valid language proficiency certificate to demonstrate your German, French, or English skills.
- An updated CV showing all your academic and professional background.
- Evidence of admission application fee, ranging from CHF 100 to CHF 150 for most universities.
- Your motivation letter or personal essay.
Documents required to apply for a National (Type D) Visa to study in Switzerland
- Three National (Type D) Visa application forms that you’ve duly completed and signed.
- Your original passport or official travel document. It must have at least two blank pages and a validity period of three months or more.
- Four colored passport photos taken recently with a white background. Feel free to submit different photographs as long as they look alike.
- An admission letter from an academic institution in Switzerland.
- Certificates of your previous studies, with relevant translations.
- Motivation letter showing the goals you intend to achieve for choosing the school and program.
- Two written commitments. The first one must show your intention to leave Switzerland after graduation, while the other should demonstrate your plan after completing your studies.
- Receipt of tuition fee payment to a Swiss higher education institution or proof of exemption from the school.
- Proof of financial means, such as your original bank statements for the previous six months and scholarship confirmation letters.
If you’re submitting your account statement, make sure it bears the bank’s stamp and an official’s signature.
- Your Curriculum Vitae or resume, which must contain your updated academic and professional records.
- Proof of English, German, French, or Italian language skills. TOEFL and IELTS certificates are among the acceptable documents for fulfilling the language proficiency requirement.
You also need to sign it and write the application date on it.
Let’s help you start your journey to Switzerland:
At DexTravl, we can help you secure admission into any university in Switzerland, prepare your documentation, and obtain your study visa. You won’t have to pay any fee to consult our study abroad consultants. So, what’s keeping you waiting?