Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About HES-SO
University of Applied Sciences Western Switzerland (HES-SO) — public non-profit university. It is located in Delemont, Switzerland. The higher education institution is considered one of the youngest in the country, as it was founded in 1998. HES-SO is a member of European University Association (EUA), Swissuniversities.
The educational institution is in the top-1000 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.
HES-SO conducts various scientific activities and is inviting students to join the research.
As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at HES-SO is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at HES-SO for local citizens starts from 2,747 USD per year. For international students, the cost of study differs — from 2,500 USD. With the help of financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. The cost of education and the availability of scholarships can be checked on the official website.
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Financial Aid
Yes
Bachelor
Local2,747USD/year
Foreign2,500USD/year
Master
Local2,747USD/year
Foreign2,500USD/year
Bachelor degree at HES-SO
You cannot enter a Swiss university immediately after the 11th grade. Before admission, foreign students must study for 2 years at a university in their native country.
The university campus is located in Delemont. There is a library on the grounds of the university. There are collected scientific works of graduates and teachers of the university, as well as fiction. The university cares about the physical health of students, so it provides a number of athletic opportunities: sports grounds and various clubs. HES-SO regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
Library
Yes
Sport Facilities
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. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
Studying abroad with UniPage
Want to study at a foreign university but don't know where to start? We can help!
Our specialists will find a university, arrange your documents, fill out the applications, and stay in touch until you receive an offer.
