University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW)
Basel, Switzerland
Quick facts
- World rank
- #1,200
- 2025
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 13,984
- International students
- 10%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 2006
Overview
The University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW) is one of the leading universities of applied sciences in Switzerland. Comprising ten schools, FHNW offers a broad range of Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes, continuing education, and research and services. With campuses in Basel, Brugg-Windisch, Muttenz, and Olten, FHNW provides innovative, practice-oriented education with a strong international outlook. The university celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2026.
Fields of study
- Architecture and Construction
- Business Administration
- Computer Science and Data Science
- Design and Art
- Environment and Sustainability
- Health and Medicine
- Law and Administration
- Music
- Natural Sciences
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Technologies and Engineering
- Education
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Spring semester (February/March), Autumn semester (September)
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
CHF 1,100 – CHF 5,500 / semester
From about $2,486 / year
Domestic students
CHF 750 – CHF 1,000 / semester
Tuition fees per semester: CHF 750 (Swiss/residents), CHF 1,000 (EU/EFTA residents), varies by school (non-EU/EFTA). Additional fees: materials/licenses CHF 100/semester, students.fhnw membership CHF 10/semester, inscription fee CHF 200 (once), eligibility check CHF 100 (once), study assessment max CHF 300 (once), diploma fee CHF 300 (once).
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
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Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.