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About FHNW
University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW) — public non-profit university. It is located in Brugg, Switzerland. The higher education institution was founded not so long ago — in 2006. FHNW is working together with Rectors' Conference of the Swiss Universities (CRUS).
FHNW carries out research in several scientific areas.
- Location
- Brugg, Switzerland
- Establishment year
- 2006
- Students
- 7,999
- Acceptance rate
- 80%

FHNW tuition fees
At FHNW, the academic calendar is divided into two semesters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 1,705 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 12,182 USD. The university provides tuition assistance to some students through financial aid programs. They are available to both locals and foreigners. On the official website of the university, you can find all the up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Local1,705USD/year
- Foreign12,182USD/year
- Master
- Local1,705USD/year
- Foreign12,182USD/year
Bachelor degree at FHNW
You can't enter a Swiss university right after the 11th grade. Therefore, before entering, foreign students need to study for 2 years at a university in their native country.

FHNW campus
The campus of the educational institution is suburban. The advantages of such a location include the ability to quickly get to the city, access to various types of recreation (in nature and in the city) and a close-knit student community. University students have access to the library. It contains a collection of scientific papers, textbooks and fiction. Not only locals study at FHNW, but also students from other countries. The variety of cultures represented broadens the horizons of students and fills student life with all sorts of activities, the purpose of which is cultural exchange.
- Campus Type
- Suburban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
With a job seeker visa, you can stay in the country for six months after graduation. You need to apply for such a visa in advance. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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