Guide · updated September 2026
Cheapest Universities in Switzerland
We compared 7 universities in Switzerland — typical tuition is ₹1.72 L a year.
Universities7
Typical tuition₹1.72 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹1.18 L – ₹37.49 Llowest course fee
Cities5
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 7 — Cheapest Universities in Switzerland
Ordered by lowest published tuition.
International Academy of Sport Science and Technology
Lausanne, Switzerland
from ₹37.49 L/yrTuition
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At a glance
The first 7 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Geneva | Geneva | — | ₹1.18 L | 9 |
| University of Lausanne | Lausanne | — | ₹1.36 L | 4 |
| ETH Zurich | Zurich | — | ₹1.72 L | 10 |
| EPFL | Lausanne | — | ₹1.72 L | 4 |
| University of Basel | Basel | — | ₹2 L | 7 |
| University of Fribourg | Fribourg | — | ₹2.32 L | 8 |
| International Academy of Sport Science and Technology | Lausanne | — | ₹37.49 L | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best cheapest universities in Switzerland?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are University of Geneva, University of Lausanne, ETH Zurich, EPFL, University of Basel. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Switzerland?
Across 7 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹1.72 L a year, ranging from ₹1.18 L to ₹37.49 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Switzerland?
University of Geneva has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹1.18 L a year.
How many universities are covered?
7 universities match this guide; the top 7 are shown.
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