Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW)
Wädenswil/Winterthur/Zürich, Switzerland
Quick facts
- World rank
- #1,200
- 2025
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 14,619
- International students
- 8%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- —
Overview
The Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) is one of the largest universities of applied sciences in Switzerland, offering a wide range of practice-oriented and science-based programs across various disciplines. With campuses in Winterthur, Zurich, and Wädenswil, ZHAW is committed to sustainable development and digital transformation.
Fields of study
- Engineering
- Business
- Health Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Education
- Design
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- —
- 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
$1,400
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition fees per semester for international students are 1,220 CHF, and for domestic students are 720 CHF. Additional compulsory fees per semester are 55 CHF, and one-time fees range from 100 to 200 CHF. Conversion rates used: 1 CHF = 1.15 USD.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Business Administration | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master of Science in Applied Linguistics | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master of Science in Engineering | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master of Science in Health Sciences | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Master of Science in International Management | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.